It is normal for cats to have hot ears. The cat’s body temperature is higher than that of humans. If the cat has fever, if the cat’s ears are not only hot, it means the cat may have a cold and fever. Owners should pay attention to whether the cat is in estrus. Cats in estrus The ears will be red and hot; other reasons, a cat's fever may also be caused by ear disease, feline distemper and parasite infection.

Normal phenomenon

It is normal for cats’ ears to feel hot. Because cats’ body temperature is higher than human body temperature, owners will feel hot when they touch their cats’ ears. Of course, hot ears on a cat may also be the cause of hyperthermia, but at this time, other symptoms need to be considered for judgment.

Cold and fever

If the cat is not only hot on the ears, but also on the abdomen, foot pads and other parts, and is also very hot to the touch, it may even be accompanied by listlessness and loss of appetite. If it is too high, it means the cat may have a cold or fever. At this time, the owner can use alcohol to sterilize the thermometer and insert the cat's anus about 5 cm to measure the body temperature. After three to five minutes, if the measured body temperature exceeds 39°C, it indicates that the cat has a fever.

Because of heat

Owners should also pay attention to whether the cat is in estrus. The psychological agitation of a cat in estrus will cause blood microcirculation to accelerate in the body, resulting in redness and heat. This is also a normal phenomenon and the owner does not need to worry. Disinfect the cat in time and the cat will not be exposed to heat.

Other reasons

Fever in cats may also be caused by ear disease, feline distemper, and parasitic infections. If the cat continues to scratch its ears, it may be an ear disease. If the cat still has vomiting and diarrhea, it may be feline plague. At this point, it is recommended to take the cat to a doctor and treat it once the specific cause is diagnosed.