Eye Care for Cats

A healthy cat’s eyes should be clear, white and bright.

Common Symptoms of Illness

• Red inner eyelids
• Matter ‘stuck’ on the surface or in the corners of the eye
• Cloudiness within the eyeball
• A dull eye surface
• The ‘third eyelid’ coming across the eye
• Excessive tearing or unusual discharges
• Tear-stained fur around the eyes

Eye Tests used to Diagnose Eye Problems

• Fluorescein stain to identify the presence of corneal ulcers
• Schirmer Tear Test to determine the level of tear production
• Ocular pressure to detect glaucoma
• Ophthalmoscope to see in the eye chamber