Are these bird mites? How to identify them and keep them off my cat?

It would depend on the type of parasite. If you are concerned she may have mites, have her examined by your veterinarian for confirmation. There are over-the-counter sprays that can be used to treat most mites on or off the bird. You can find these products in your local pet store. Read label directions very carefully before using. A warm bath or misting will encourage preening and promotes healthy skin and plumage. Do not use any soap or shampoo. Keep her away from cold drafts when she is wet or damp. Clean and sanitize the cage, bowls, perches and toys. Discard anything that cannot be sanitized. Change cage paper or substrate daily.

It's difficult to know what you are describing without seeing it, but I'm guessing it is either fleas, or lice that are causing the problems. Mites tend to be microscopic. There are fur mites that can be seen if you look close and long enough, but require magnification to see them well. In order to rid the cats and your environment of the infestation, you will first need to know what you are dealing with. For this, I recommend taking Titian to a veterinarian. They will be able to identify it and give the most effective treatment. You will also need to do some good environmental clean-up. Pay particular attention to dark areas (i.e. under furniture and bedding) when cleaning. For more information, I recommend you read the article at the link below. https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-tips-to-get-rid-of-fleas/ I hope that helps and you are able to solve this problem soon.

Thanks for reaching out about Quiz and including photos. The mites live only on the birds, which is not to say they can't fall off, but typically treating all the animals in the habitat is sufficient to cure. The best treatment is a systemic medication called ivermectin but the benzoate works well. But this is not a systemic drug, therefore if an area is missed topically might not clear the infestation or take longer. Be careful applying around the eyes. Good luck.

The best way to keep them from having mites is keeping them away from other birds. Mites are contagious between birds. If your bird gets mites typically a anti parasite spray can be used to get rid of them. Also recommend cleaning the environment really well.

If he will allow, you can soak his feet in warm water. Caked on dirt will dissolve. To diagnose mite infection, Rascal will need to be physically examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian. Skin scrapes may provide a diagnosis. Treatment may be a combination of systemic medication (typically ivermectin) and topical treatment of the feet. It will yake time to resolve a severe mite infection. Maintain a clean cage and provide a healthy, varied diet.

They look like they could be tick nymphs but it’s difficult to tell since they’re far away in the picture. They don’t look like fleas or lice to me. Mites are microscopic. There are probably many, many other types of insects that do not infest cats that I’m not familiar with.

Just wanted to add that you can use Capstar (a flea tablet that is available over the counter) to kill maggots very effectively in cats - so this is something that you could try as well. Just give the tablet by mouth, and the maggots will die within 30 minutes to an hour in most cases.