Welcome! I would be happy to assist you. I am a 2003 graduate from UC Davis and a Medical Director of a veterinarian practice.

Hello,
The dark discharge by the eyes might just be some accumulation of eye discharge that can be normal. However, it can also be a early indicator for a conjunctivitis.

Now, those ears are a bit more concerning.
Dark discharge in the ear canal, especially for a kitten, is frequently seen with ear mites! or otitis externa (an bacterial or yeast ear infection).

So, without a doubt, STella needs to be seen by a vet. DO NOT try to flush out the ear canals. Even vets avoid ear flushing for cats because of the complications with the ear drum (very different than dogs).

Depending upon the appearance of the eyes, conjunctivia surrounding the eyes, and the discharge, they will be able to determine if eye medication is needed.

Hope that info helps. Both should be fairly easy to remedy with appropriate care.

Good Luck
Dr. Andy


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