Eyes
Eyes:
An
owner should examine the cat's eyes often and, when necessary clean
them with a little cotton dampened with lukewarm water. Cat's eyes
can be harmed by dust, cold drafts, lesions, or foreign bodies,
which may lead to conjunctivitis, corneal ulceration, or cataracts.
Any of these afflictions left untended may result in blindness.
Eye
discoloration in senior cats is often a normal part of the aging
process. Usually it does not interfere with vision and does not
need treatment. Some cats develop cataracts, but they are relatively
uncommon. If your pet’s eyes become red and watery, the problem
could be conjunctivitis. If this condition persists, consult your
veterinarian. Seeing and hearing may diminish with age – one
more reason you should not allow your cat to roam out-doors. At
home, be patient if he doesn’t always respond to your call,
and don’t frighten him by suddenly coming up behind him unannounced.
|
