I still haven’t had the energy to go looking for the ginger ninja again, and as the weather gets colder and wetter he’ll probably be hiding away somewhere. :(
Melbcat’s ears are still looking a little sus. Unfortunately I need to clean her ears so antibiotics can work better and she hates having it done. I’m not managing the ear washes twice a day but will aim for at least one, and talk to the vet about restarting the drops.
Lie on back. Sit cat on chest (if you have boobs this is a big cat comfort plus). Gently rub ears, paying attention to cat grinding towards where they want rubbings. first two fingers on the back, thumbs at the front of the ear, circular motions, some gentle pulling out towards the sides. Misha gets her ears cleaned then a massage that starts on the ears and goes down the cheeks under the chin until she’s drooled a puddle six foot wide and no longer complains about ear cleanings.
Downside: the little shit will expect ear rubs on demand.
I rang the vet and they’re not too fussed and told me not to do the antibiotic drops. So I think I’ll monitor, do gentle ear rubs and the occasional wash to dislodge the spuds. And if there’s any discomfort she goes in for a swab
I still haven’t had the energy to go looking for the ginger ninja again, and as the weather gets colder and wetter he’ll probably be hiding away somewhere. :(
Melbcat’s ears are still looking a little sus. Unfortunately I need to clean her ears so antibiotics can work better and she hates having it done. I’m not managing the ear washes twice a day but will aim for at least one, and talk to the vet about restarting the drops.
I am really struggling with mood and energy.
Lie on back. Sit cat on chest (if you have boobs this is a big cat comfort plus). Gently rub ears, paying attention to cat grinding towards where they want rubbings. first two fingers on the back, thumbs at the front of the ear, circular motions, some gentle pulling out towards the sides. Misha gets her ears cleaned then a massage that starts on the ears and goes down the cheeks under the chin until she’s drooled a puddle six foot wide and no longer complains about ear cleanings.
Downside: the little shit will expect ear rubs on demand.
I’ll give this a go! She’s sometimes a bit funny about having her ears touched but if she allows it the rubs should help without her knowing
it also helps work some of the dirt towards the outer ear (and you will get grubby thumbs, so wash your hands!)
All good. Anything to help her comfort.
I rang the vet and they’re not too fussed and told me not to do the antibiotic drops. So I think I’ll monitor, do gentle ear rubs and the occasional wash to dislodge the spuds. And if there’s any discomfort she goes in for a swab