Why do cats have hot paws? What does a kitten’s dry nose mean and what to do.

Your pet is sick

Just yesterday your furry friend was running around the house like crazy, chasing a ball and dragging his favorite mouse by the tail, and today he lies all day, doesn’t play and doesn’t go near the bowl with his favorite dish? Of course you have cause for concern. Your first actions:

1. Feel the cat's nose. If it is dry and hot, your pet most likely has a fever. 2. Look into the cat's mouth. Does she have ulcers or a gray-white coating on her tongue, or does she have an unpleasant odor? 3. Observe how your cat went to the toilet. Does she have diarrhea or constipation, what color is the urine and its amount, is there any blood in the stool or urine? 4. Remember what you fed your pet the day before and whether there was any vomiting. If a cat vomits, what is it - undigested food, bile or a white foamy mass? 5. Has your cat fallen from a height or suffered other injuries? 6. Has your pussy been in contact with other people's cats, dogs or other animals (if you are with a cat in the country)? All this will help the veterinarian quickly understand the cause of your pet’s illness.

Know that delaying going to the veterinary clinic could cost your pet’s life!

If you do not have the opportunity to immediately show the kitten (cat) to a veterinarian, then you can provide primary care yourself.

1. So, if your pet has a hot and dry nose and paw pads, this is the first sign of a fever. The cause may be some kind of bacterial infection in the body (pneumonia or kidney inflammation, etc.), only a doctor can make a diagnosis based on urine and blood tests. There may be many medications in your home medicine cabinet, but most of them are simply dangerous for cats. Of these, you can give the cat without harm to the health: - Arbidol (for children) in tablets. For a kitten - 1/6 tablet (age from 1.5 to 3 months) or 1/4 tablet (from 3 to 6 months), for an adult cat - 1/2 or 1/4 tablet (depending on body weight). It is given 2 times a day (morning and evening) for 3 days. Place the tablet further on the root of the tongue and add a little water from a syringe (without a needle) to make it easier to swallow. Arbidol is a good immunostimulant and has antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects. The cat's temperature is measured with a regular thermometer: the tip is lubricated with Vaseline and inserted into the anus for 3 minutes (the cat must first be wrapped in a diaper and placed on its side, fixing it in this position). If a cat’s body temperature rises above 40 degrees, then it is necessary to reduce it as soon as possible. To do this, fill one syringe with: no-spa (0.2 ml) + analgin (0.2 ml) + diphenhydramine (0.2 ml), give an injection intramuscularly (into the muscle of the hind paw) or subcutaneously (in withers under the skin).

2. Calicivirus. If there is profuse salivation from the mouth, or there are ulcers in the mouth on the tongue, on the palate, on the lips or on the nasal septum, then this is a viral disease “calicivirosis”, and this is a rather dangerous disease. Often these symptoms are accompanied by discharge from the nose and eyes. If ulcers appear in the stomach and intestines, then the animal may have vomiting and diarrhea. With calicivirus, the animal may also limp on its front legs, sometimes on its hind legs (this is not a bruise from a fall). This insidious disease can be cured if treatment is started in time, which can be prescribed by a veterinarian.

First aid regimen: - Dilute Bicillin-3 (an antibiotic in a human pharmacy) with saline solution (sodium chloride) or 5% novocaine. Pour 5 ml of sodium chloride or novocaine 5% into the vial of Bicillin-3 with a syringe and shake until the antibiotic dissolves. Take the resulting medicine into a 2 ml syringe in the amount of 0.5 ml for a kitten or 1 ml for a cat 6 months and older. (Release a drop of medicine with air from the needle). Inject into the withers area (between the shoulder blades) under the skin. It is done once every 2-3 days, 3-5 injections in total, sometimes 2 are enough. You can use Penicillin or Ampicillin (once a day, 5-7 days). You can also use the drug "Tylosin" (veterinary). It is given once a day, 0.3 ml for a kitten and 0.5 ml for an adult cat in the muscle of the hind limb (for 3 - 5 days).

Fosprenil and Maxidin can be done together in one shot. To do this, draw 0.2 ml of maxidin + 0.4 ml of fosprenil into the syringe

for a kitten (2 ml syringe or 1 ml insulin) and 0.5 ml maxidin + 1 ml fosprenil (for an adult cat), done in the withers area under the skin. Gamavit (pink liquid) vitamin preparation is given 0.5 ml for a kitten and 1 ml for an adult cat (at the withers s/c). Fosprenil with Maxidin are taken 2 times a day (from 5 to 7 days), Gamavit 1-2 times a day (for 6-7 days). If there is no Maxidin, then you can only do Fosprenil. — in the first 2-3 days for any viral disease, you can use injections of globulin Globfel-4. It is done once a day, 1 ml (a dose for both a kitten and a cat) at the withers under the skin, for a total of 2-3 days. To exclude an allergic reaction to the drug, it is better to do it in fractions - for example, first 0.3 ml and after 40 minutes the rest of the medicine. For more effective treatment, you need to add Anandin veterinary drug (antiviral and antifungal action), do 0.2 - 0.3 ml for a kitten and 0.4 - 0.6 ml for an adult cat (once a day for 4-6 days) i/m.

— if a kitten becomes dehydrated when he doesn’t eat or even drink water, you need to give injections of a cocktail (saline + ascorbic acid + glucose 5% + dexamethasone). Fill a 5 ml syringe with 0.3-0.5 ml of ascorbic acid, 1-1.5 ml of glucose 5%, preferably 0.2 ml of dexamethasone (once) and + saline, approximately 3 ml. This cocktail is made at the withers under the skin (1-2 times a day). Another 5 ml of saline solution (without additives) is made after the cocktail. Cyanocobalamin B12 has a good therapeutic effect (0.5 ml 1 time per day IM, every other day). Dexamethasone (i.m. or s.c.) 0.2 ml for kittens and 0.5 ml for an adult cat 1 time per day for 5 to 7 days (relieves allergic reactions, has an anti-inflammatory effect, improves overall well-being). - if there are ulcers on the tongue, then they need to be treated with Lugol or Rotocan (at any pharmacy). Moisten a cotton swab with the medicine and treat mouth ulcers. You can use a strong solution of potassium permanganate. The dental gel “Zubastic” (for cats and dogs) has proven itself well; it is made on the basis of propolis, extracts of chamomile, sage and oak bark. It disinfects well, relieves inflammation, relieves pain and heals damaged oral mucosa well. The oral cavity should be treated 5-6 times a day. The use of antibacterial spray Monclavit (3 times a day) or Terramycin (1-2 times a day) is indicated. After treating the ulcers, do not feed or drink the animal for 30 minutes. 3. Stomatitis
is an inflammation of the oral mucosa in animals, differing in the localization of the inflammatory process (damage to the tongue, gums, lips, palate). The causes of stomatitis are different: mechanical trauma (bones with sharp edges), thermal damage (eating hot or cold food); in old animals it occurs due to caries and abundant deposits of tartar. Stomatitis can be caused by fungal, bacterial and viral infections, allergic diseases, or contact with the oral mucosa of chemicals. Stomatitis often develops with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, toxic damage to the body, blood diseases, and can occur in immunodeficiency states. The first sign is poor appetite. The cat may not eat well, in more severe cases, even refuse to eat, and sometimes not even drink. Because a white-brown coating appears on the tongue, wounds, ulcers form, and the gums become inflamed. A cat affected by stomatitis has bad breath and excessive salivation.

At the first suspicion of stomatitis, it is necessary to examine the cat’s oral cavity. If there are small pits or depressions on the tongue, then these are ulcers. With stomatitis, the temperature rises. Lymph nodes may be enlarged.

- antibiotic treatment, for example Bicillin-3 (according to the scheme above) - antifungal agents (Anandin - injection, Nystatin - 1/4 tablet 2 times a day) - antiallergic drugs, for example "suprastin" 0.2 ml p. k (once a day) - fosprenil + maxidin and gamavit (according to the scheme above) or arbidol (for children) 1/2 table. 2 times a day. - oral cavity treatment: The use of antibacterial spray Monclavit (3-4 times a day) or Terramycin (1-2 times a day) is indicated. - You can lubricate the oral cavity with Lugol applied to a cotton swab or finger. After treatment, do not let the cat drink for half an hour. After this time has passed, ensure you drink plenty of fluids, as Lugol dries out your mouth. Also, instead of Lugol, you can use a solution of potassium permanganate, a solution of furatsilin 0.05%, a solution of chlorhexidine 0.05%, a decoction of oak bark, chamomile flowers, and sage.

Ulcers are lubricated with iodine-glycerin and Metragil Denta gel. Sea buckthorn or rosehip oil is successfully used to heal and restore the mucous membrane.

- a diet is prescribed, easily digestible food: boiled chicken with rice (mashed, pureed), broth, liquid porridge - all only warm.

4 . If your cat has an appetite, but has loose stools several times a day. Perhaps the food you are feeding is not of very high quality or it is simply not suitable for your pet. Try changing the food, and to eliminate indigestion, you can give your cat Hilak-Forte for several days (4-5 drops diluted with cool boiled water in a tablespoon) and pour into the mouth from a syringe (2 ml) during meals or immediately after it (2 times a day). Or you can serve Linex (powder in capsules). To do this, you need to open the capsule and pour about 1/4 of the contents onto the cat’s tongue (no need to drink it down). It is also given 2 times a day (can be before meals). The veterinary drug Bifitrilak is added to food and is used for the treatment and prevention of dysbiosis.

Be sure to take Gamavit injections (can be replaced with the human drug Cyanocobalamin, this is vitamin B12). The drugs are taken 2 times a day, for 5-6 days. Gamavit 0.3-0.5 ml subcutaneously (kitten) and 0.5-1 ml (adult cat). Cyanocobalamin 0.2-0.3 ml (kitten) and 0.5-0.6 ml (adult cat). - give Arbidol for children for several days (according to the scheme above), if there is no vomiting. - be sure to give Levomycetin (table), kitten 1/8 part, cat 1/6 part of the tablet (1-2 times a day), it is given like this - the required part of the tablet is placed further on the root of the tongue and a little boiled water is immediately poured from the syringe. Levomycetin is very bitter, it should not be given crushed into powder! Again, the tablet can be given if there is no vomiting. - in case of dehydration, you need to give injections of Saline solution (sodium chloride), glucose 5%, ascorbic acid. You can add 0.1-0.2 dexamethasone to the cocktail (once). We need to prepare a cocktail of these drugs. Draw into a 5 ml syringe - 0.3 - 0.5 ml ascorbic acid, 1-1.5 ml glucose 5%, preferably 0.1-0.2 ml dexamethasone (once) and + saline, approximately 3 ml . This cocktail is made at the withers under the skin (1-2 times a day). Another 5 ml of saline solution (without additives) is made after the cocktail.

To restore normal liver function, it is worth administering Karsil (table) or the veterinary drug Hepatovet (liquid). Karsil is given 2-3 times a day, 1/6 tablet. kitten and 1/4 cat. Hepatovet is given from a syringe (dosage according to instructions).

As soon as the cat’s appetite is restored and stool returns to normal, a week after this, the animal must be dewormed:

Either with the drug that the doctor prescribed for you, or you can buy a broad-spectrum drug at the veterinary pharmacy yourself (Dirofen, Cestal Ket, Drontal Plus, etc.). Anthelmintic drugs are available in tablet form, in paste form and in the form of a liquid suspension. It is also available in the form of drops on the withers (for those animals for whom putting something in their mouth is like performing a feat). A cat should be dewormed 2 times a year and 10 days before vaccination (pregnant women are not allowed). 6. Sulfadimethoxine (table) or better Trichopolum (table) helps well against protozoa, 1/8-1/6 tablet for a kitten, 1/4 tablet for a cat. (1 time a day, for 3-5 days). It is enough to drive out protozoa once a year (not for pregnant women).

7. If your cat often sits down on the potty and sits for a long time, check what color the urine is. If it is found that the urine is concentrated and dark brown in color, and the volume of urine excreted is very small, then this is a symptom of urolithiasis. And this is a very dangerous disease (more common in cats, especially castrated cats, but it also happens in cats). As a rule, this disease can be caused by feeding cheap dry food (such as Kitty ket, Whiskas, Friskies, Darling, etc.). By saving on quality food, we ruin our pets, not realizing that treatment will cost much more. The possibility of a genetic predisposition to this disease cannot be ruled out.

Your first aid may come in handy.

To facilitate urine excretion, you need to start injecting Papaverine 0.5 - 0.7 ml IM or SC (2 times a day). Be sure to give Canephron (person) 1/2 tablet 2 times a day. — it’s very good to serve “Madder tincture” (dilute 1/4 of the tablet in 10 ml of warm boiling water and drink from a 5 ml syringe 2 times a day). "Cyston" (human) 1/2 table. 2 times a day. At the veterinary pharmacy, buy the following medications: “Cat Erwin” liquid (herbal extract), give 2.5 ml 2 times a day, tablets from the Phytoelite “Healthy Kidneys” series, 1 tablet 3 times a day, “Kantaren” 1 tablet per day.

— to relieve inflammation, it is good to take Furagin (human tablet) 1/2 tablet 2 times a day (5-7 days). - as soon as the natural excretion of urine is normalized, you can start giving the cat a decoction of herbs that have diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties (kidney tea, orthosiphon leaf, lingonberry leaf, etc.)

Buy special food from a veterinary pharmacy (as prescribed by a doctor) for the treatment and prevention of urolithiasis (dry or wet food) - exclude cheap dry food from the cat’s diet

In any case, a trip to the veterinarian should not be delayed in order to avoid complications and not bring your pet to surgery.

8. If a cat often walks around small and there are droplets of blood in the urine, it may have caught a cold, this disease is called Cystitis. - be sure to give Canephron (person) 1/2 tablet 2 times a day - also Cyston (table) according 1/4 tabl (kitten) and 1/2 tabl (adult cat) - Furagin (table) 1/4 kitten and 1/2 cat. — Veterinary medications: Stop cystitis (tablet, drops), Healthy kidneys (tablet), also Cat Erwin (liquid). Medicines are given 2 times a day, for 5-7 days. — you can connect injections of Fosprenil and Gamavit, 0.5 ml for a kitten, 1 ml for a cat (at the withers s.c.) 1 time per day (3-5 days).

9. If your pet’s eyes are inflamed, red or slightly sticky, you can drip eye drops Iris, Diamond Eyes (vet) or Levomycetin (human), Floxal (human for mycoplasmosis). Perhaps a speck got into the eye and the cat rubbed it with its paw; perhaps this is a mild manifestation of a viral or bacterial infection. If the cat otherwise feels normal, then it is enough for her to put eye drops in her eyes (3-4 times a day) for several days. If the cat feels unwell (for example, sneezes, sniffles, eats poorly, does not play, constantly sleeps, etc.), then you need to see a doctor. Diseases such as staphylococcus, mycoplasmosis or chlamydia are also accompanied by discharge from the eyes.

10. Ear mites - Otodectosis in cats can be identified by the unusual behavior of the pet. The appearance of mites causes severe itching, so cats begin to scratch their heads intensely and shake their heads. This is the first sign of the onset of the disease. Examine your pet's ear canal. If there is a disease, it fills with a dark brown mass similar to coffee grounds. The disease is not seasonal. The cause may be communication with a sick individual. Ear mites are often observed in places where there are large concentrations of animals. For example, to participate in cat shows, it is necessary to confirm the absence of Otodectes cynotis. Kittens can get otodectosis from an infected mother.

11. Ringworm in a cat

- probably the most famous cat disease, everyone has heard about it. This is a contagious fungal disease that affects the skin and hair. In fact, the term “ringworm” refers to two types of diseases: microsporia and trichophytosis. They were combined under a common name due to their similar clinical manifestations. More often, cats get lichen during the summer season, actively coming into contact with neighboring animals and rodents (which are carriers of microsporia). Infection occurs both through direct contact with an infected animal and through hygiene items, care items, toys, bedding and rugs). But even if your cat does not go outside, she has the opportunity to become infected with this disease, because you can bring fungal spores home on your clothes and shoes. It is even more necessary to take preventive measures if the cat attends exhibitions or goes outside and comes into contact with other animals. Microsporia disease can be prevented. Currently, there are vaccines that protect animals from lichen, for example Vakderm-F. The vaccination is done twice with an interval of 10-14 days. Immunity is formed 25-30 days after the second injection of the vaccine and lasts at least 12 months. The clinical manifestation of microsporia in cats is very diverse. The lesions are located on the top of the head, near the ears, at the base of the tail, on the limbs, etc. Reddened areas of baldness and flaking, the presence of inflammatory secretions, small and large crusts from which healthy and diseased hairs stick out are the main clinical signs of microsporia in cats. In kittens, microsporia is much more acute than in adult cats, in which skin lesions are less pronounced and sometimes completely invisible. Kittens are susceptible to complete baldness with peeling on the surface of the body. The appearance of bald patches on the edges of the ears or on the face and paws of a kitten is an alarm signal, that is, they indicate the presence of a microsporium infection. An accurate diagnosis can only be made using fluorescent analysis (Wood's lamp), the spores glow green, and laboratory seeding of the fungus for microscopy (skin scrapings are taken).

A sick cat or kitten should be immediately isolated in a separate room. It is necessary to avoid close contact with her, do not allow her to lie on upholstered furniture or carpets. Strictly observe the rules of personal hygiene. Prohibit children from playing with a sick cat! If you or your child have already become infected, do not delay qualified treatment. You should not cover up sores that make you suspicious with brilliant green or iodine - this will not help. Anyway, within 5-7 days after interacting with an infected animal, your baby will show the first signs of the disease: one or two hyperemic (reddened) lesions, with clearly defined boundaries.

Later, if treatment is not started, the entire body will be covered with round or oval lesions. Such skin lesions can be quickly cured with Fungin (veterinary drug).

Previously, domestic animals sick with microsporia were simply euthanized. Currently, this disease can be successfully cured, especially if treatment is started on time. The Vakderm-F, Polivac, Polivac-TM and Microderm vaccines have proven themselves well. To treat microsporia, 3 injections are given with an interval of 10 days. Injections are made into the muscle of the hind limb, in doses according to the instructions.

After the first injection, there is an exacerbation, and even more foci of inflammation appear on the skin. After the second injection, hairs begin to emerge at the site of the affected areas of the skin. After the third injection, the active process of new hair growth occurs, new lesions no longer appear. All this time, it is necessary to treat the affected areas with medicinal preparations - the fungus drug (liquid, good for both animals and people) or Yam ointment. The drug is applied directly to the sore, covering an area of healthy skin near it (3-5 ml), the drug is applied from the periphery to the center.

For internal use to suppress the proliferation of fungi in a cat or kitten, use a special (human) antibiotic - “Griseofulvin”, approximately 1/8 of the tablet. kitten and 1/6 tab. adult cat (simultaneous use of griseofulvin and specific vaccines is not recommended). The human drug “Rumikoz” (in capsules filled with granules in the form of semolina) is a good cure for fungal infections. From the capsule you need to pour approximately 20-30 granules onto a dry teaspoon (dose for a kitten from 1 to 3 months) and 30-40 granules (dose for an adult cat). “Rumicosis” is given once a day, immediately after meals, for 14 days. To do this, you need to pour the drug from a teaspoon into the cat’s mouth and pour a little water from the syringe so that all the granules are swallowed. Lesions on the skin are well treated with human antifungal ointment "Triderm" or "Akriderm-GK" (inflammation is eliminated and itching is relieved). Throughout the treatment, the cat needs maintenance therapy: injections of Gamavit and Fosprenil 0.5 ml for a kitten and 1 ml for an adult cat (once a day, 3 days a week). To support the liver, “Gepatovet” (liquid suspension) veterinary drug or “Karsil” human. table (1/8 tablet for a kitten and 1/4 tablet for an adult cat) 1 time per day, throughout the entire treatment. The place where the sick cat is kept and all objects with which it came into contact must be thoroughly disinfected. It is better to destroy (burn) low-value items. Disinfection can be carried out with a 3% aqueous solution of chloramine; it is advisable to quartz the room. Spores can persist indoors for 1 year or more. Therefore, pets will need to be vaccinated against microsporia every six months for 2 years. And periodically disinfect the apartment with a quartz lamp. 12. If you were careless to purchase a kitten or an adult cat at the Poultry Market, then there is a high probability that your pet will become ill with any viral disease within 3-14 days after purchase (calicivirus, panleukopenia “distemper”, rhinotracheitis, coronavirus, etc. .). Symptoms such as: refusal to eat, accompanied by vomiting, diarrhea, bad breath, ulcers on the tongue, lameness; sneezing, noisy or difficult breathing, discharge from the nose and eyes, etc. In this case, the count is no longer in hours, but in minutes!

If it is not possible to see a doctor immediately, then you need to start acting according to the following scheme:

- antiviral agents in the form of injections of Fosprenil and Maxidin + Arbidol tablets (for children) - antibiotic Bicillin-3 or Amoxicillin (veterinary drug) - Vitafel-S serum - Gamavit injections + cocktail (sodium chloride, glucose 5%, ascorbic acid, dexamethasone) . If a cat has “distemper” (panlekopenia), then Anandin (an antiviral drug) must be added to the above drugs, 0.2 - 0.3 ml is given to a kitten and 0.5 - 0.6 ml to an adult cat (once a day within 5-6 days) either subcutaneously or intramuscularly. For the treatment regimen for viral diseases, see point No. 2. This treatment regimen is not a panacea for all diseases - it is just an “ambulance” that will increase your pet’s chances of recovery!

The symptoms of some viral diseases are often similar, so only a veterinarian can make a more accurate diagnosis!

If a cat has hot ears, what does it mean and what to do?

Cats have a normal body temperature higher than humans, so sometimes your pet's ears may seem hot. To check if your pet is sick, you need to touch his nose; if it is wet and cool, then there is no need to worry. A dry and warm nose signals illness: - infection; - injuries; - inflammation; — diseases of the gastrointestinal tract; - stones in the bladder.

The pet's temperature is immediately measured; 38-39 is considered normal. Observe the behavior of the animal; if the cat has become lethargic, sleepy, and constantly lies down, then this indicates ill health. If you have any alarming symptoms, you should immediately contact your veterinarian. The pet needs to be given time, taken care of, and provided with proper care.

You can lower the temperature at home by using echinacea or astragalus tincture. The dose is calculated based on the weight of the animal, 8-10 drops of tincture per 10 kg. Give the cat a bowl of water, because at a temperature the pet will drink a lot.

If a cat has hot ears and paws, a warm dry nose, what does this mean?

A warm and dry nose combined with hot ears are signs that your pet is sick. The animal has an elevated body temperature, which is associated with diseases - infections, inflammation, gastrointestinal diseases.

If the cat's behavior is normal, without lethargy, then perhaps the pet is simply overheated. This is not scary, but it is still better to measure the temperature.

The cat has hot ears but a cold nose after childbirth, cesarean section, sterilization

After giving birth or cesarean section, cats may have a slight increase in temperature for a couple of days, this is not a cause for concern. Of course, if the ears are hot and the nose is wet and lethargic for several days, then it is possible that the pet has a very high fever and needs to immediately contact a veterinarian.

Sterilization should not cause a fever; the cat may have hot ears and a wet nose - this is normal. But if your nose is dry and hot, then you should immediately consult a doctor.

The cat has hot ears and head after castration, is a wet nose normal or not?

If a cat has been neutered, his ears may become warmer, but there should be no fever. Your pet needs supervision and care to make recovery from anesthesia easier. A wet nose and a hot head are an indicator that the cat does not have a fever.

The normal body temperature of a cat is 38-39.5°C. For a person, this temperature indicator is on the verge of critical. Therefore, touching a cat and feeling that the cat is hot

, the owners begin to panic.
Don’t get nervous right away; first, measure your pet’s temperature - this means that the cat is hot
, but for him the temperature is within the normal range.

Also the cat just has a hot nose

, in the absence of any other symptoms, is by no means an indicator of ill health.
The cat has just woken up; in a few minutes the temperature balance will be restored. The animal is scared or nervous; stress is a common reason why a cat is hot.
The heat caused by these reasons, after a short time,
the cat's hot nose
will return to normal temperature.

Symptoms of fever in cats and kittens

But if the thermometer shows over 39.5°C, and the cat has hot ears and a dry nose,

There are reasons for concern, especially if you have symptoms such as:

the cat refuses food and water;
general lethargy, drowsiness;
the cat's ears are hot
, red, swollen, with an unpleasant odor;
hides from the light, from hands, behaves inappropriately;
the cat's nose is hot and dry
, with dried purulent crusts;
signs of a cold (sneezing, coughing, runny nose, eyes).

Explanation why the cat is hot,

in this case, there can be one thing - there is an inflammatory process in the body.

The cat has hot ears

There are also other reasons:

head and ear trauma,
infectious or viral disease;

Is it dangerous

Hot ears in themselves are not a dangerous symptom. Hairless species have naturally hot ears; this is completely normal for them. Or rather, we feel that they are hotter because they have no fur. If the ears are hot, but the cat behaves as usual: eats, sleeps, goes to the litter box, plays, then there is no need to worry.

But if the behavior changes, the cat becomes lethargic, does not eat anything, goes to bed, or vice versa - runs around, meows restlessly, while her nose is dry and her ears are hot - this is an alarming symptom. She needs to be taken to the vet.

Hot ears really tell owners when a cat's temperature rises. Normal cat ears are pale pink or white. If they turn red, it means your blood pressure has increased. The temperature must be measured with a thermometer. First, the tip is lubricated with vegetable oil or Vaseline, and then carefully inserted 1 cm into the anus, the measurement duration is 3 minutes.

If the animal is worried, shakes and twitches its head in different directions, often raises its paws, scratches its ears, it is necessary to urgently examine the ears. This is not easy to do because of pain and irritation; usually the cat is worried and does not allow his ears to be touched. If there is a brown coating, lumps of dirt, or crusts from scratching, this is an ear mite.

Experienced breeders know what to do at home. Hydrogen peroxide or vegetable oil is dripped into the ears, then the plaque is removed. Veterinarians usually prescribe Bars drops for cats. Otodectosis is an unpleasant and dangerous disease with terrible consequences: otitis media and treatment with antibiotics, in severe cases – partial and even complete loss of hearing.

Sterilization, castration, difficult childbirth have a strong impact on the mental state of pets. During this period, they are lethargic, the temperature is elevated, the ears are hot and the nose is dry. Some days they need special care.

Experts believe that a dangerous symptom when a cat is sick is cold ears. This indicates that the body is weak and exhausted. If the ears are hot, it means there is a fight against the disease, so there is every chance of overcoming the disease.

The cat is hot and lethargic: what to do

If the pet's body temperature is higher than normal (38-39.5 °C), he has a hot, dry nose, the cat is lethargic, apathetic, trembling, coughing and/or sneezing, perhaps there is an inflammatory process inside him, for example, a cold. Usually the pet’s body copes with this problem on its own within 24 hours, so during this period it is recommended to provide the cat with rest and plenty of fluids.

After the cat feels better the next day, you can give him a light warm broth, and then gradually introduce his usual foods. If an elevated rectal temperature persists for more than 48 hours, you should immediately contact a veterinarian to prevent dehydration. If there is such an opportunity, it is better to invite a doctor to your home so as not to torment the sick animal with transportation.

A high temperature in a cat is most often due to a cold.

If your cat has a high body temperature, hot ears and a dry nose, this could be a sign of ear mites. In this case, it is recommended to carefully examine the pet’s hearing organs for the presence of plaque, dirt, liquid discharge or squelching, or an unpleasant odor. If the listed signs are identified, you need to visit a veterinary clinic, where a specialist will take biomaterial from the cat’s ear and conduct an analysis. Based on the result, the veterinarian will determine the severity of the infection and prescribe the required treatment.

An increase in body temperature may be a reaction to lichen, which is detected upon careful examination of the pet in the form of bald patches. Treatment for lichen depends on its stage, intensity of infection and the cat’s immunity. Therefore, when you notice the first symptoms (bald patches, itching, lethargy, increased body temperature), it is important to go to the clinic, where, using a special lamp, the nature of the lichen will be revealed and the current treatment will be prescribed.

The cat twists his bruised paw

The cat is lethargic and sleeps a lot - this could be due to bruises, dislocations or fractures, which are the most common cause for this condition in cats. During sleep, healing processes are accelerated, and pain is practically not felt. To rule out a fracture, it is necessary to take an x-ray in the clinic.

Lethargy and drowsiness of a cat for a short period of time is not a cause for concern. The pet needs to be given time to rest and gain strength. If a lethargic, apathetic state lasts for several days, is accompanied by a number of symptoms, and the cat looks tired and thin, you need to contact a veterinary clinic for a consultation, where an accurate diagnosis will be established based on a visual examination and test results.

Is your cat walking around looking lethargic and sad? Perhaps she is simply in a depressed mood, which will improve on its own. But the owner should be on guard: sometimes the reasons for the animal’s lethargy lie in serious health problems.

If the cat has hot ears and a wet nose

A healthy cat is active, playful, affectionate, and doesn’t mind a snack. A cat's ears and nose are normally cool, and his nose is also wet. If he suddenly becomes sad, goes limp and refuses his favorite food, all family members will notice this. The first thing the owners do is check the temperature - feel the ears and nose. If your pet has hot ears and a wet nose, then everything is fine. Maybe he's just worried.

If a cat has hot ears, what does it mean and what to do?

If a cat has hot ears and paws, a warm dry nose, what does this mean?

If the cat's behavior is normal, without lethargy, then perhaps the pet is simply overheated. This is not scary, but it is still better to measure the temperature.

The cat has hot ears but a cold nose after childbirth, cesarean section, sterilization

Sterilization should not cause a fever; the cat may have hot ears and a wet nose - this is normal. But if your nose is dry and hot, then you should immediately consult a doctor.

The cat has hot ears and head after castration, is a wet nose normal or not?

As you know, animals cannot speak. Therefore, it is difficult to understand when they get sick. One of the symptoms indicating an increase in temperature is hot ears in the cat.

Why did my cat's ears become hot and red?

The condition of the ears, as well as the nose and eyes, can say a lot about the well-being and health of your four-legged pet. If your pet's ears turn red and become hot, this symptom should not be ignored. Inaction can lead to unforeseen consequences.

The causes of redness and increased temperature of the cat's ears and head are conventionally divided into physiological and pathological. The former do not pose a threat to the health and life of the pet and do not require any special measures to be taken, the latter indicate internal problems and require human intervention.

Physiological causes of increased ear temperature

Normally, a cat's ears should be warm. If they become hot, it means the pet:

I got nervous. These are very impressionable and vulnerable animals. Anything can shake their peace of mind: a change of place of residence, a visit to a veterinary clinic, a car trip, the appearance of a new four-legged family member or child in the house, screams and quarrels in the house. Usually the cat's calmness is gradually restored on its own. However, sometimes, to overcome severe stress, a pet needs sedatives.
Spent time actively. After jogging and vigorous play, cats' body temperature rises and, as a result, their ears become hot.

I lay in direct sunlight for a long time. In this case, it is important to understand when your pet’s ears simply become warm and red under the scorching sun, and when he received heatstroke. The negative consequences of a cat's prolonged exposure to the sun are accompanied by symptoms such as increased heart rate (over 140 beats per minute), redness of the mucous membranes, disruption of the integrity of the blood vessels under the eyelids, and breathing problems.
He warmed himself by the heating devices.
I was in a room that was too hot for a long time.
I recently woke up. As with the nose, the condition of a cat’s ears changes during sleep—they become warmer than usual.
I slept with my ear pressed to the floor, as a result of which it became hotter than usual.

This condition is often observed in pregnant pets. This is normal. Usually, after the birth of the cubs, this problem disappears on its own.

Pathological causes (infectious disease, otitis media, otodectosis)

An increase in your pet's ear temperature may be a sign of the following diseases:

Infectious pathology.
Ear infection. In this case, it is usually the animal’s inflamed ear that is hot. However, the inflammatory process can affect both hearing organs.
Ear scabies (otodectosis).

Otodectosis

The causative agents of otodectosis in representatives of the cat family are microscopic mites of the genus otodectos cynotis, which parasitize the auricle and external auditory canal. A dry or moist substance of dark brown, even black color accumulates in the diseased organ, the animal becomes restless, constantly shakes its head, scratches its ears with its paw, and rubs them against protruding objects to relieve the incessant itching.

There may be other pathological causes for this problem. Your four-legged pet's ears may turn red and become hot due to:

Cats

These are very affectionate, kind and gentle animals. They lift your spirits, distracting you from the hustle and bustle of every day and helping to cure various diseases. The cat is responsible for harmony in the house, creating a peaceful atmosphere with its very presence. It is not surprising that when owners discover hot ears in a cat, they begin to sound the alarm.

Quite often, this animal's ears and nose are dry and unusually hot. It is very important to notice this important symptom in time, sometimes indicating the onset of a serious illness. In this situation, you should not wait for the disease to develop; it is better to consult a doctor immediately.

What should a healthy cat's nose look like?

A cat's nose is a sensitive tool for exploring its environment. With its help, a pet can perfectly identify odors, because the sense of smell of these animals is 14 times superior to that of a human. The number of receptors in its olfactory organ can reach 80,000,000 (5,000,000 in humans). True, this system includes not only the nose, but also a special Jacobson tube located on the palate (which is why you can sometimes notice that the cat draws air into its mouth).

In addition, the nasal cavity has another function: warming and cleaning inhaled air from dust, germs and bacteria.

The nose, called a speculum, helps to set the temperature of an object even without touching it. When a pet sniffs the food offered for a long time, it determines not only its smell, but also how hot it is. A mirror can tell a lot about possible disturbances in the functioning of an animal’s body.

In a healthy cat, in a calm state, the nose is slightly cool, moist, slightly shiny, and has no scales or crusts.

The speculum becomes moist because the secretion of the mucous membranes is released. It retains molecules of foreign substances to accurately detect odor and creates a protective film from exposure to adverse factors. In addition, the cat constantly licks its nose, which additionally moisturizes it.

The nose (mirror) should be free of dirt and crusts

But if you feel that your pet’s nose is dry and hot, there is no cause for concern yet.

Why do my ears get warm?

Most often, hot ears in a cat do not indicate significant health problems. After all, it is known that these animals are big fans of lying in the sun or sitting on a hot radiator.

If after such a pastime you notice dryness and warming of the ears and nose, you should not think about illness. However, you need to know in what situations you should run to a specialist.

So why does the cat have hot ears if he has not come into contact with heating devices? The temperature may be high as a result of the following:

Infection;

Inflammation;

Gastrointestinal diseases;

Bladder stones.

When paying attention to warming of the ears, you need to first examine the ears - sometimes this symptom indicates an infection with ear mites. If lumps of dirt or crusts are observed, you need to prepare to treat the animal.

Stress and excitement are often the cause of a rise in temperature in a cat. Experiences contribute to increased heart rate, resulting in an increase in temperature, causing a symptom that frightens the owners.

Is it normal for a cat to have cold paws?

Often, owners do not pay attention to the temperature of their pet’s paws. Does your cat have cold paws? But this can be an important sign of the animal’s distress, especially if this symptom manifests itself for quite a long time.

Of course, you shouldn’t worry about why your cat has cold paws and assume the worst. If the tips of your cat's paws are constantly getting cold, you should first understand the cause of this condition. This will help prevent negative consequences in the future.

What to do

If you notice your cat's ears are hot, you need to measure his temperature. To obtain the most accurate result, you need to do this rectally. To understand whether the temperature is elevated, it is important to know what it is like in a healthy animal.

For kittens, degrees are considered normal, for adult animals - 38-39. In hairless breeds, this figure is much higher - 41.5 degrees.

First of all, you need to notice where the cat slept. If this happened on a battery or under a lamp, warming of the ears is natural. Before using the thermometer, you should wait at least 10 minutes.

Equally important is observing the furry’s behavior. If he becomes lethargic and sleepy, this is a sign of an incipient illness. Increased nervousness also indicates a problem.

If the temperature of your ears and nose has risen due to stress, there is no need to worry. But as soon as possible it is worth identifying the cause of the animal’s anxiety. If a cat experiences hot ears after moving, changing its diet, introducing another animal into the house or a new family member, it is enough to eliminate the factor for the situation to return to normal. If the problem cannot be eliminated, you need to help the cat adapt to the situation.

Regardless of the reason that led to the increase in temperature, it is necessary to provide good care for the animal, give it proper nutrition and comfortable rest. Like any person who is sick, an animal needs sympathy and love.

Hot paws - main causes and symptoms

There are many pathological reasons for which a cat’s hot paws are the main symptom. The following problems and diseases can provoke an increase in temperature:

Serious injury. The temperature of the paws especially often increases if the animal has fallen from a height or been injured during play. The main sign of injury is that the pet falls and staggers when walking, coordination of movements is impaired, and the animal’s appetite disappears.
Insect bites. Both in humans and in animals, blood circulation in the affected area is disrupted, which results in an increase in temperature. It is recommended to carefully examine the pads - a bite is indicated by a large, hard blister.
Chemical burn. If, during a walk, an animal steps in a caustic compound or, out of curiosity, turns over a bottle of a chemical at home, there is a risk of serious tissue damage, which leads to increased paw temperature and an inflammatory process. Symptoms of a chemical burn include red spots and severe peeling of the affected areas.

Hot paws on your pet may also indicate an allergic reaction to food. A skin reaction begins, individual areas turn red, and a local temperature change is observed.

Rarely, hot paws on a pet may indicate a helminthic infestation. It is recommended to carefully examine the animal's feces - if there is severe infection, particles of parasites will be observed in the feces.

How to bring down the temperature

Drinking plenty of fluids plays a major role in reducing the animal’s temperature. Sick animals often lose their appetite, but the need for water increases markedly. It is for this reason that it is important to ensure constant access to warm water.

In addition, Echinacea perfectly reduces the temperature of an animal. It not only reduces fever, but also fights infection. Veterinarians recommend using a drop of tincture for every kilogram of the cat’s weight.

Exupery also wrote: “We are responsible for those we have tamed.” Therefore, it is necessary to closely monitor the health of your pet, because it is easier to prevent a problem than to worry about how to solve it.

The normal body temperature of a cat is 38-39.5°C. For a person, this temperature indicator is on the verge of critical. Therefore, touching a cat and feeling that the cat is hot

, the owners begin to panic.
Don’t get nervous right away; first, measure your pet’s temperature - this means that the cat is hot
, but for him the temperature is within the normal range.

Also the cat just has a hot nose

Symptoms of fever in cats and kittens

But if the thermometer shows over 39.5°C, and the cat has hot ears and a dry nose,

There are reasons for concern, especially if you have symptoms such as:

the cat refuses food and water;
general lethargy, drowsiness;
the cat's ears are hot
, red, swollen, with an unpleasant odor;
hides from the light, from hands, behaves inappropriately;
the cat's nose is hot and dry
, with dried purulent crusts;
signs of a cold (sneezing, coughing, runny nose, eyes).

Explanation why the cat is hot,

in this case, there can be one thing - there is an inflammatory process in the body.

The cat has hot ears

There are also other reasons:

head and ear trauma,
infectious or viral disease;

Classification of burns in cats

Based on the underlying causes, burns are divided into three categories. By type, burns are divided into:

Thermal - hot water, steam, fire, hot asphalt.

Chemical – alkalis, acids, gas, medicines, alcohol.

Radiation – exposure, including ultraviolet rays – sunburn.

According to localization they distinguish:

External – skin damage, including burns to the cat’s paw pads.

Internal – damage to the esophagus, tongue, stomach, upper respiratory tract, lungs.

Damage to mucous membranes - eyes, nose, genital area and all types of internal burns.

You need to be able to distinguish a mucosal burn from an irritation or an allergic reaction. The most common causes of burns to mucous membranes are feeding hot food or inhaling smoke from a fire. External burns are most often classified according to the degree of damage: I, II and III degree.

The technique of providing assistance depends on the location of the lesion and has several techniques. Of course, the best option is when the help is provided by a professional - there is a better chance of preserving the skin and tissue. However, more often than not, an event occurs at the most inopportune moment and all responsibility falls on the shoulders of the owners.

What to do if the cat or kitten is hot?!

All of the above applies to kittens, but due to the development of the body, all sores are much more severe. The baby's immunity is fragile due to hormonal changes. So if the kitten is hot, the kitten has a hot nose

, and when measuring the temperature you see frightening numbers on the thermometer, you can’t hesitate, the baby needs to be shown to the doctor.
Excessively hot paws on a kitten
also indicate an elevated temperature.

So, you discovered that the cat has a hot
nose,
you noted an elevated temperature -
what to do
next?

The animal should be shown to a specialist as soon as possible.

In order not to drag a sick cat to the clinic, the best option is to call a veterinarian at home. The veterinarian comes to your home with all the necessary tools and medications to provide the necessary veterinary care.

For many owners, cats become full-fledged members of the family. They worry when their pets feel unwell, lose their appetite, and become lethargic. Often cat owners focus on their pet's nose. In this article we will talk about what to do when a cat has a dry nose and why this happens.

Many owners are concerned with the question of what a healthy kitten’s nose should be like. First of all, a healthy nose is a moist and cool nose that glides a little. This is due to the nature of the animal. In fact, cats are predators for whom the nose is the main assistant in the hunt. The wet organ helps determine where the wind is blowing - this is necessary so that the victim does not smell the cat's scent. This is why having a wet nose is important.

When determining the health of a pet, it is necessary to take into account the type of activity of the kitten. If he has just woken up or was engaged in active play, then he may experience a dry nose. This is due to the fact that pets have a higher body temperature than their owners, and therefore moisture evaporation occurs more intensely. Physiological causes of dryness are:

awakening;
active games;
hot room;
sharp fear;
prolonged exposure to the sun;
sedentary lifestyle.

How to warm a cat's paws

As written above, your task is to determine the base body temperature and if it is normal, but the cat’s paws are still cold, you need to try to warm them. First, evaluate how warm it is in the home and how the pet behaves:

Does the cat walk on the floor or prefer to move on the top? The higher you go, the warmer the air. Perhaps your pet is freezing?

Perhaps the cat was moulting and the weather suddenly got colder - our pets are warmed by the undercoat, not the guard hair.

Does your pet climb into your bed to sleep? If so, she looks for additional sources of heat.

The best option is insulated with a thick backing. Recently, recommendations have appeared on forums about insulating houses with heat-insulating fabric. Yes, it doesn’t look very attractive, but you can’t lure cats out of their warm nests.

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What are the signs that require contacting a veterinarian?

If the following symptoms are detected in a kitten, you should consult a veterinarian to identify the causes of your pet’s illness:

malaise, lethargy, apathy;
dry and hot nose;
cold and pale nose;
change in organ color (blue, yellowish, red, white).

The owner should know that a pale and cold organ in a kitten is a sign of:

chronic illness;
hypothermia;
stress;
low body temperature;
poisoning;
complete lack of appetite.

A white and warm nose is a sign of a disruption in the kitten’s circulatory system. The blue and hot organ talks about:

heart failure;
inflammation of the respiratory organs;
oxygen starvation.

When a kitten has a hot and red organ, this is a sign:

infectious disease;
rhinitis;
mechanical damage.

If a kitten has a hot, dry nose and warm ears, then this is not necessarily a sign of illness, because heat exchange has not yet been established in babies, and their body temperature is higher than that of an adult pet. This may be due to the work of the body and its protection from hypothermia.

The main reasons why a kitten's nose may become dry

First you need to consider the natural (physiological) reasons why a kitten’s nose may become dry:

As mentioned above, the nose of a sleeping or actively playing animal will almost always be dry. This is normal, no need to worry.
If it is very hot and stuffy indoors or outdoors, the nose will dry out very quickly and will only become moist after placing the animal in normal conditions.
Stress factors (fear, pregnancy, childbirth, etc.) also contribute to drying out of this part of the body.
Experienced breeders know that it is rare for old and very old pets to have a normally moistened nose. This is due to a general slowdown in the animal’s metabolism and activity. As in the cases described above, it is not a pathology (as a rule).

Pathological causes of dry skin on the nose:

Any infectious diseases accompanied by an increase in general body temperature, as well as fevers of any type.
Poisoning.
Some parasitic diseases. In this case, severe intoxication develops, as in the previous case.
Dryness may have nothing to do with the general condition of the body and its temperature. This sign often indicates dermatological diseases (dermatitis, eczema, fungal pathologies). In these cases, there are ulcers, cracks, and other types of sores on the nose. • Foreign bodies in the respiratory tract. • Sometimes the nose becomes dry when allergic reactions develop.

What signs will help determine the onset of the disease?

In addition to the signs listed above, the kitten also exhibits other symptoms indicating the onset of the disease. These include:

increasing or decreasing the number of trips to the toilet;
diarrhea or bloody stools;
vomit;
increased anxiety of the animal;
hair loss;
increased thirst;
cardiopalmus;
deep breathing;
nasal discharge.

If you have these symptoms, you should consult a specialist; only he can make a correct diagnosis and prescribe treatment. You should not self-medicate, as this will only worsen the situation.

Often a kitten's dry nose is an indicator of intestinal problems, namely the presence of hair in the gastrointestinal tract. This is the only indicator of this problem.

In what cases are hot ears a symptom of a disease?

If heating of the ears is accompanied by dark spots inside the ears, mucous discharge, vomiting, weakness and loss of appetite, diarrhea - these are already clear signs that the animal is sick. Most often, these symptoms occur when:

severe stress of the animal;
tick infestation;
otitis;
poisoning;
infectious disease;
injuries.

Ears can burn because the cat constantly scratches them - this occurs due to inflammation, otodectosis, ear infections or injuries.

Stress

Due to excitement, fear, and excitement, hormones are released, the pulse quickens, and blood pressure rises. Blood begins to flow faster through the vessels, causing the ears to quickly become hot. This is a short-term phenomenon - as soon as the animal calms down, the ears will cool down. But it happens that the animal is too worried and cannot come to its senses for a long time - this situation is dangerous and can lead to exhaustion (due to loss of appetite and insomnia) and cardiovascular pathologies. A pregnant cat may lose her kittens due to excitement.

You can recognize severe stress in a cat not only by hot ears, but also by the following external signs:

The animal begins to go to the toilet frequently and may make puddles outside the litter box.
The cat tries to hide, avoids contact with people (does not allow anyone to approach or stroke it, does not respond to words).
She doesn’t sleep, but lies or sits and tensely watches everything that happens around her, flinches at every sound.
Nervously twitches its tail or tucks it between its paws.
The eyes are wide open, the pupils are enlarged, the whiskers (whiskers) are fanned out.
Frequently licks, scratches and yawns. Makes guttural sounds.
It moves almost crawling (on half-bent legs).

The most common causes of chronic stress:

the appearance of a new person or animal in the family;
a neighbor's cat or dog (which your pet hears or feels);
too loud sounds from the street (fireworks, firecrackers, noise of construction equipment);
changing of the living place.

The ears are hot and pointed to the sides, the eyes are wide open, the pupils are enlarged, the whiskers are spread out like a fan - all these are clear signs of a cat being very frightened

Ear mite

The ear mite is a yellow parasite. Its length is only 0.2–0.6 mm. It has an oval body and eight short, dense limbs. A cat is infected with such a mite through contact with another animal, through the owner’s clothes and shoes, where the parasite crawls on the street.

The Otodectes cynotis tick is difficult to notice with the naked eye; its length is less than one millimeter

Climbing inside the ear, the tick digs into the skin with microscopic jaws and begins to suck in intercellular fluid. This causes severe itching, the cat begins to intensively scratch the affected area - the ear becomes hot from constant scratching. Other symptoms of otodectosis (tick infection) are:

purulent discharge from the ears;
black dots that look like coffee grounds inside the ear canal (these are waste products of the parasite);
the presence of scratches, scabs inside and around the ears.

You should also pay attention to the fact that the cat constantly shakes its head, tilts it, and presses its ear. If the wounds from the parasite's bites become infected, the pet will develop a fever, become weak, refuse to eat, and may begin vomiting.

Otodectosis must be treated as quickly as possible, as complications can threaten the pet’s life. An ear affected by a tick swells, plugs form, pressing on the eardrum, and the animal ceases to hear normally. Inflammation occurs in wounds, which can spread to the blood vessels and affect the nervous system. If the disease is advanced, it is possible to develop such concomitant pathologies as:

purulent otitis;
hematoma of the auricle;
lymphatic extravasation (closed tissue damage with rupture of lymphatic vessels and accumulation of lymph in the newly formed cavity).

The contents of the external auditory canal during otodectosis (infestation with mites) is an accumulation of dark brown or black crumbs

Video: otodectosis in cats

Otitis

Otitis media most often occurs due to infection in open wounds (pathogens can be pneumococci, staphylococci, hemophilus influenzae). Otitis media may also be a consequence of:

hypothermia;
immune disorders;
stenosis (narrowing) of the ear canals;
foreign body in the ear canal.

The inflammatory process in the ear canal is always accompanied by an increase in the temperature of the auricle - the body tries to stop the pathological process by increasing the blood flow with which leukocytes are delivered to the site of inflammation (they perform a protective function by destroying pathogenic microorganisms). In addition to hot ears, otitis media is indicated by:

purulent discharge with an unpleasant odor;
the cat withdrawing its head when touched;
constant scratching of the animal's sore ear;
hearing impairment (the cat reacts worse to sounds);
lack of coordination;
The body temperature of a sick cat rises by 2–3 degrees.

Untreated otitis media can lead to complete hearing loss. The worst possible complication is the spread of inflammation to the lining of the brain and the development of meningitis. This is a deadly disease that is difficult to diagnose and difficult to treat in animals.

If you bathe a cat, then after water procedures, be sure to thoroughly wipe his ears - inflammation may begin in wet ears due to a draft.

Injuries

In a fight, falling on the head or being hit with a heavy object, a cat can get a hematoma of the external organ of hearing. Sometimes self-injury occurs - an animal with a tick or otitis media rubs its ears excessively and, as a result, injures itself.

A hematoma is a hemorrhage in the space between the cartilage and the skin of the auricle. The result is a tumor that compresses the nerve endings and causes pain.

An animal can get a head injury with ear hematoma if it falls from a height, for example, from a tree.

The sore ear will feel fiery to the touch. Symptoms are also observed:

a scarlet or bluish swelling at the base of the ear, which the animal does not allow to be examined;
the sore ear is unnaturally turned out or pressed against the head;
the animal shows concern, shakes its head, tilts it to the side.

When a cat receives an ear injury, help is required, since in the absence of timely treatment there is a high risk of developing inflammatory processes, abscesses and even blood poisoning. After a hematoma, deformation of the auricle often develops, due to which hearing is seriously impaired.

Other diseases

Ears can become hot when there is a general increase in temperature that occurs due to allergies or an infectious infection. In both cases, in addition to the flaming ears, the animal will experience:

apathy;
weakness;
lack of appetite;
vomit;
diarrhea.

An accurate diagnosis can only be made based on a series of tests in a veterinary clinic.

Another case in which a cat’s ears become fiery is frostbite. If, after a long stay in the cold, the animal, in addition to hot ears, experiences redness or discoloration of the skin, followed by peeling and the appearance of bleeding ulcers, it is necessary to urgently take the animal to the veterinarian. Only complex treatment will avoid possible amputation of the ears due to the onset of tissue necrosis.

We picked up a cat on the street in frosty weather of 27˚C. His ears were frostbitten. We didn't notice this right away. The cat was skinny, all wounded. They thought that the hot ears, the tips of which were slightly turned inward and covered with sores, were also a consequence of the fight. After 3 days, the wounds on the ears began to turn black and fester. They took me to the doctor, and he said that tissue death had already begun. The tips of the ears had to be amputated. To prevent necrosis from spreading, a long course of antibiotics was administered.

Video: why does a cat have hot ears and nose

What should the owner do to help the cat?

The first thing the owner needs to do if he discovers a dry nose in a cat is to observe its general condition. Maybe she had a fever. Hot ears confirm the presence of a high temperature. It would be useful to take your temperature several times a day; this should be done rectally. Readings up to 37-38 degrees are considered normal; if it rises above 38.5, then you need to contact a veterinarian. When a kitten’s temperature reaches too high, you can help him with the following manipulations:

wet the kitten’s fur with water from time to time;
place a cold pack under the neck or on the inner thigh;
provide access to clean and fresh water.

Only a veterinarian can determine why the temperature has risen, and only he can give advice on the choice of antipyretic drugs.

Now you know why a cat has a dry nose. There can be many reasons for this, and they are not always signs of illness. If they coincide with a dry nose, then you should not wait for the kitten’s well-being to improve on its own and it is better not to postpone a visit to the veterinarian.

The cat is cold. The cat is cold. Why is the kitten cold?

Cats are quite frost-resistant animals. Long-haired breeds can withstand frosts down to minus 30 degrees. If the cat is cold at room temperature, then there is cause for concern.

The consequences of lowering the temperature can be irreversible and even lead to death.

If your cat is cold, look for the following signs:

the animal lies down in a warm place;
chills, trembling;
lethargy;
pallor of the mucous membranes.

If these signs appear, take your pet's temperature. If it is below 36 degrees, the cat is cold in the abdominal area, you need to contact a veterinarian, otherwise the animal may fall into a coma.

bleeding;
diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems;
viral or infectious diseases;
general weakening of the body.

How to identify the cause of hot ears in a cat

Pathologies, in addition to elevated ear temperature, always manifest themselves with additional symptoms, which you should pay attention to first:

Ear mite. Infection of cats with ear mites, which in veterinary practice is called otodectosis, is a fairly common phenomenon. It is worth noting that otodectosis can affect only one ear - in this case, the symptoms will be characteristic of only one ear. The disease is accompanied by:

severe hyperthermia of the ears;
presence of foul-smelling dark discharge from the ears;
the formation of ulcers on the inner surface of the ear;
restless behavior of the pet, expressed in attempts to comb its ears.

The owner of the animal can see with the naked eye not the ear mites themselves, but their metabolic products

When a hematoma develops, the auricle swells and becomes red or bluish

Video: otodectosis in a cat

How to perform a home ear examination

If a cat has hot ears, then he should have his auricle examined, the condition of which can be used to judge whether the animal has a particular pathology.

You can do this as follows:

It is necessary to calm the pet. It is impossible to conduct an examination when the cat is in an aggressive or excited state.
If touching the ear causes pain to the animal, it must be secured in a diaper or towel to protect itself from sharp claws.

A protective bag is a convenient device that will protect the owner from the sharp claws of the pet when examining it.

How to measure a cat's temperature

It is almost impossible to reliably know whether a cat’s general body temperature is elevated by external signs. To do this, you should use the appropriate medical instruments - a thermometer.

Measure your pet's temperature like this:

It is necessary to secure the animal with a towel or diaper.
The tip of the thermometer must be lubricated with Vaseline or baby cream.
The tip of the thermometer is placed into the cat's anus using rotational movements to a depth of no more than 1 cm.
During insertion of the thermometer, you should hold your pet tightly, since this procedure is usually very unpleasant for him.
When measuring temperature, the thermometer should be at an angle of approximately 30 degrees.
After measurement, the thermometer must be washed and disinfected.

Measuring a cat's temperature takes on average about 2 minutes.

Video: how to measure a cat's temperature rectally

Once I had the opportunity to measure the temperature of my cat. According to the description, this is a simple matter, but in reality the process is very complex. First, you need an assistant. We kept the cat together; I definitely wouldn’t have been able to handle it alone, because the animal definitely wouldn’t lie quietly with a thermometer. Secondly, we were unable to wrap the hind legs securely right away, since we had to insert a thermometer under the tail, and we additionally wrapped them after inserting the thermometer. And thirdly, we also had to wrap up the cat’s face because she tried to bite. The animal’s suffering was not in vain, because the cat was really sick. Her temperature was closer to 40 degrees, and I quickly took her to the vet.