My 8-year-old neutered male cat has had several health issues over the years. The first was repeated urinary emergencies leading an expensive surgery. I write today because of his chronic ear problems ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For us cat lovers, we want nothing more than for our furry friends to be happy and healthy. Trouble is, when it comes to the ...

EAR PROBLEMS ARE some of the more common cases we see as veterinarians. Dogs are the most common groups with ear disease, but cats can also have problems. Bubba is one of those cats. He has been ...

I have a male outdoor cat who scratches his right ear, and I have taken him to the vet for cleaning and medication on several occasions. I notice the problem when he shakes his head, trying to loosen ...

An aural (ear) hematoma refers to the collection of blood in the cat's earflap or cartilage. It appears as a swelling that feels soft and hot. The primary cause of aural hematoma is a self-induced ...

A benign polyp in the ear can burden cats for years. Often, surgery is the only treatment option–frequently a major procedure with risks. However, the case of the cat Kicia is exceptional: Her owner ...

Q: My new kitten Nala has ear mites, for which my veterinarian prescribed treatment. I know from reading your column that some animal parasites also infect people. Can Nala's ear mites jump to me?

Scottish fold cats, also called "Lops," are famous for their distinctive folded ears, a trait that has made them one of the most popular cat breeds worldwide. However, behind this signature look lies ...