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Why is my cat peeing on the couch and has red bumps on his ear?
Updated on September 23, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 3 years and 5 months old | 12 lbs
My cat got these weird red bumps on his outer and now all of a sudden he starts peeing a pooping on my couch I'm extremely worried and want my cat to be around for a long time please get back to me with a possible solution
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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on August 25, 2017
Hi there! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The ear lesions could be due to ear mites which are quite common in cats. Alternatively, it could be an ear infection or perhaps due to allergies. The urination and defecation inside the house could be behavioral though a medical issue cannot be completely ruled out. I recommend you take him to your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck!
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