Ear mites affect cats and dogs, as well as other pets such as ferrets and rabbits. But they are most commonly found in felines, affecting as many as 25% of pet cats. If your cat is young and roams ...

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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?

Cats are very loving animals and they deserve the best care. One of the most important steps is cat deworming. Worms are small parasites that can live inside your cat’s stomach and make them sick.