Why does my kitten keep moving her ears?

Swivelling or twitching: your cat is nervous, agitated or listening out for something. You might want to offer some reassurance. Uneven: Cat’s ears can move independently and if they come to rest in different positions your cat may be confused.

Do deaf cats shake their heads?

They will have ears that are dirty, smelly and irritating. The cat may scratch and shake its head or might also have a head tilt, usually to the side with the greatest problem.

What are the signs of a deaf kitten?

The cat may sleep very soundly. You may also notice that she startles more easily. To determine if your cat is deaf, clap your hands or rattle your keys when she is facing away from you. If there is no reaction, then there is a good chance that your cat is deaf.

Do deaf cats move their ears?

But deaf cats move their ears the same way as any other cats. They are predators with the ability to angle their ears to pinpoint exactly where their prey is at. Although a deaf cat can’t actually do this, it doesn’t stop them from trying.

What do cat ear movements mean?

Ears forward – A cat with ears slightly forward is likely feeling content or even playful. Ears straight up – When a cat is alert, his ears are likely standing at attention as well. Ears turned back – Watch out for this kitty! Ears flat against the head may also indicate an angry or aggressive cat.

Can ear wax make a cat deaf?

Acquired deafness may result from blockage of the external ear canal. This occurs in longterm inflammation of the external ear canal (otitis externa), infection of the middle or inner ear, excessive earwax, or damage to the small bones within the ears.

Why are white cats deaf?

The deafness is caused by degeneration of the auditory apparatus of the inner ear and may affect one ear (unilateral) or both ears (bilateral). Breeding studies have defined the relationship between deafness in white cats and blue eye colour. The gene responsible is an autosomal dominant gene termed W (for White).

Do deaf cats meow differently?

Deaf cats compensate for their hearing loss by relying more on their other senses. Some deaf cats meow more often and more loudly, because they cannot regulate their “volume,” while others become mute. How do I communicate with my deaf cat? There are many different ways to communicate without sound.