Ringworm, mange, scabies, flea allergy, fungal infections and ear mites are all common in Indian cats, and some are zoonotic, so early detection matters for your whole family. PawCheck's skin scan can flag 5 skin conditions and its ear scan 5 ear conditions.
Scan Your Cat, FreePawCheck's cat skin model can flag 5 skin conditions, and the ear scan can flag 5 ear conditions. Click any condition for a full guide.
Circular scaly patches, hair loss. Zoonotic, spreads to humans and other pets. Common in kittens.
MonitorNotoedric mange, intense itch, crusting on ears and face. Endemic in India's stray cat population.
UrgentBurrowing mites causing severe itch and crusty skin. Spreads fast in multi-cat households.
UrgentHypersensitivity to flea saliva. Year-round in India. Causes miliary dermatitis and hair loss at the base of the tail.
MonitorMalassezia overgrowth or ringworm. Greasy coat, skin odour, and itching, peaks in monsoon season.
MonitorCoffee-ground discharge, head shaking, pawing at ears. Ear mites (Otodectes) are endemic in Indian cats.
MonitorIndia's warm, humid climate and high stray cat population create persistent exposure risks for indoor cats. Several conditions, ringworm, mange, scabies, are directly zoonotic.
Ringworm, mange, and scabies all spread from cats to humans. Children and immunocompromised family members are most vulnerable. PawCheck's severity rating helps you decide how urgently to see a vet.
Fungal infections and ear mites spike during June to September across coastal India. High humidity accelerates Malassezia overgrowth and creates ideal conditions for mite reproduction.
Indoor cats in India often have contact with strays through windows, balconies, or communal areas. Mange, scabies, and ear mites transfer easily through brief contact or shared surfaces.
PawCheck screens for ringworm, mange, scabies, flea allergy, fungal infection, and ear mites in under 10 seconds.
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