What's going on with my cat's hot ears?

Your cat's hot ears may be due to high environmental temperature or certain diseases. The cat's ear has a large number of capillaries, and when the cat is heated or overheated, it causes the cat's whole body blood flow to accelerate, thereby causing the ears to heat up. In addition, after inflammation in the cat's body, the ears may also become hot, such as pneumonia, viral infections, etc. In this case, it is necessary to take the cat to the pet hospital in time to eliminate the inflammation in the cat's body.

Is it normal for a cat's ears to be hot?

Usually, it is a normal phenomenon for a cat's ears to be hot because the cat's body temperature is higher than that of humans. However, if you find that the cat's ears are not only hot but also accompanied by poor appetite, lack of spirit, and other symptoms, it is necessary to use a thermometer to measure the cat's anus temperature. If the temperature exceeds 39.5 degrees Celsius, it indicates that the cat has a fever, which may be caused by factors such as catching a cold or infectious diseases.

Usually, the initial symptoms of infectious diseases are similar to those of common colds. It is recommended to use virus detection papers to exclude or diagnose infectious diseases, then reduce the cat's temperature and consult a doctor for medication.

Are cat's ears hot when they have a fever?

Yes, a cat's ears will also be hot when they have a fever. However, besides the hot ears, the cat's whole body temperature is usually high, and it is necessary to treat the fever promptly to avoid harm to the cat. Fever in cats presents with systemic manifestations, including surface temperature and core temperature. Surface temperature mainly refers to the temperature of areas such as the ears and inguinal region, while core temperature usually refers to rectal temperature, with the surface temperature generally 0.5 degrees Celsius lower than the core temperature.

When do cats show hot ears?

Firstly, cats may have temporarily increased body temperature when they experience stress, fear, or high environmental temperature. In this case, observation is the main approach, and medical consultation is recommended if there are any abnormalities.

Secondly, when there is inflammation in the cat's ears, the ears will also become hot. The most common situation is that the cat has ear mites, which can be treated with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drugs and anti-ear mite drugs.