If you are reading this, your cat has already been injured. There’s no doubt that they will be in pain and probably not want to head out of their hiding place for a while. They need to rest, and so do you.

As soon as possible you should get your cat ear protection on! This is the best way to ensure that your pet receives proper medical attention without further injuring themselves or worsening their condition.

Can cats wear ear muffs?

Some cats can wear earmuffs, and other can’t! It is safer to assume that your cat cannot wear ear protection than to assume they can. If you’re in any doubt, consult with a trained vet or specialist. Ear muffs can be used in some circumstances to protect cats during transport, but this isn’t something you should attempt without additional training.

If your cat’s ears are at risk of injury because of loud noises or the sound of fireworks during and after the New Year celebrations, it’s likely they will benefit from protection. This is especially important if they’ve already sustained an injury. One option is to ensure you have an Animalear bandage available to cover the ears and help to keep them clean and protected while they heal.

Another option is to use ear muffs or head bands that are secure over the top of their head, with a flap that covers the outer part of their ear, or even attach hearing protection directly to their body. The latter may not be aesthetically pleasing for your cat, but it can prevent further damage if there’s a lot of noise around them.

How can I protect my cat’s ears from loud noises?

Loud noises like vacuuming, alarms going off or fireworks can cause a lot of distress to cats, especially if they have an injury. This type of noise can be extremely painful and frightening to cats. You should take the precautions to protect their ears against such noises. If you are planning on heading out on New Year’s Eve, you’ll need to ensure your home is safe for your pets if you’re away from home during the celebrations.

It is best to keep cats in a small room, with the doors and curtains pulled and the lights off. This way, they can’t see what’s happening outside the room, and the noise from the fireworks should be muffled by the closed doors and curtains.

If you don’t have enough room in one room, this is when you should use ear protection for your cat. You can also try playing music to drown out some of the noise, but this could have a negative effect if it’s related to frightening memories.

What is too loud for a cat?

Some cats are more sensitive to noise than others, and even a small amount of noise can be too much for many. For example, some cats may need ear protection if they live in an apartment. If your cat needs protection from loud noises, this may be because of their sensitivity to it or the location in which they are living.

If your cat is already injured and requires ear protection, this kind of concern isn’t important – their injury is likely the reason their ears are at risk. Even though many people think the sound of fireworks sounds like a gunshot to non-humans, most cats don’t find it so intimidating.

A noise of 95 decibels is about as much as a cat can stand for a short period. This is the equivalent of standing right next to a space heater or a lawnmower, if you are human. Even though fireworks may be louder than this, they don’t last long enough to cause permanent damage. Loud music and TV can also be very distressing to cats, even though they don’t have the same effect on us.

Do cats like music?

Yes, most cats appear to like music. They are often seen to be sitting in front of a speaker or TV, and this is because they can pick up the vibrations. The sound is muffled, so they don’t always realize that it’s music that they’re listening to.

One study showed that some cats prefer slow movements, while others prefer fast music. Some seem to enjoy classical music, while others enjoy rock. Cats also like human voices and perhaps the sense of security it gives them when we speak to them.

Do high-frequency sounds hurt cats’ ears?

Cats have a unique ear structure that makes them more sensitive than we are too high-frequency sounds. However, it’s only their ears that are sensitive – they can hear these frequencies just fine, but they don’t cause as much pain as they do in humans.

Most cats can hear high-pitched sounds than we can. This is the range of sounds most cats prefer when it comes to listening to music or speaking. What this means is that lower frequency music will sound muffled compared to higher pitches for our feline friends.

Sounds that cat like/dislike!

Cats seem to like sound with a loud bass. The same is true of water and certain textures. If you’re looking to provide your cat with entertainment while they’re recovering from an injury, try playing music with a lot of bass. You could even invest in a speaker, especially for your cat!

Yelling can be extremely distressing for your cat and can cause serious stress. This is especially true if they have an injury. If you need to yell at your cat, try keeping it short and soft, or saying something directly to them in a calm voice rather than yelling across the room or through the house. You should never yell in anger.

Bells can be bad for your cat’s ears. Some cats hate the sound of bells, and if they have an injury, it can be overwhelming. If you have a bell on your door or on your keys, try replacing the bell with a soft jingle instead. This will still alert you to visitors, but won’t be so hard for your cat to deal with.

What cat hates the most?

Sudden loud sounds are a cat’s worst nightmare. This is because they make it hard for them to hear anything else, like predators. If your cat has a ruptured eardrum, this can also be distressing for them.

Another sound that can cause your cat distress is the sound of a metal spoon being tapped against glass. This may not seem loud to you, but if you’re a cat, it’s incredibly jarring and scary.

Conclusion

While it’s good to provide your cats with opportunities for enrichment, you also need to ensure that they are safe and happy. If noise can cause your cat stress, try to limit these noises as much as possible. For example, closing doors to different rooms if you have a lot of visitors or if the television is too loud.

Cats are nocturnal animals and they spend a lot of time asleep. If a sudden loud noise wakes them up, it can be traumatic for them. You should never play loud music/TV, and this particularly goes for when you’re around.

If your cat needs ear protection from loud noise that is distressing, it’s always best to take them to the vet for an examination. Maybe they are experiencing a serious problem, such as a ruptured eardrum or inner ear infections. The vet will identify this and refer you to a specialist if necessary.

Please Note: Just because an ear defender is marked, for example, "Gunshot" - it will still cover other things, like "explosions"