The most frequent treatment of cats in veterinary clinics are watery eyes. There are certain types of cats that are sloping to the appearance of a similar problem due to the characteristics of the breed. But there are a number of reasons why the cat has watery eyes.
Inflammation of the eyes in cats
Inflammations can begin because of several reasons:
- kittens this process is due to the fact that they are not able to maintain eye hygiene independently. You can easily take this problem on yourself and acquire special funds in a veterinary pharmacy;
- cats of the Sphynx breed, rex constantly present such "surprises" to their masters. The cause may be a twist of the eyelids, which leads to mechanical injuries. These are the characteristics of the breed and will have to accept. Ointments or drops are ineffective, with such a problem can only be handled surgically;
- the cat can become very teary due to allergens in the air. It can be poplar fluff, the use of household chemicals. When the cat has watery eyes, the treatment can be carried out with hormonal medication. But first of all, if possible, eliminate the allergen focus;
- inflammation of the eyes in cats can be conjunctivitis. It is provoked by pathogens. To treat such inflammation it is necessary in a complex, using the whole spectrum of preparations.
Cat sneezes and watery eyes
To examine the eyes of an animal, wash your hands thoroughly. Carefully look closely, whether there are in the eyes of purulent discharge, various swelling or redness. If you find pus, immediately lead the cat to the veterinarian - this is a sign of a serious infection and you do not have to waste time.
If a cat often sneezes and watery eyes, and around the eyes there are swelling, these are signs of an allergy or cold. Allergies can be caused by chemicals or pollen.
If pus you did not find, injuries too, try to rinse the eyes of the animal with tea tea leaves. Brew very strong tea and let it cool. Dampen the cotton swab in the brew and wipe the eyes of the cat. Instead of brewing, you can purchase special means for eye hygiene in the pharmacy.
If you find signs of a viral infection, immediately lead the cat into the vet. Most often the cat has conjunctivitis and keratitis. Both diseases in the absence of treatment will lead to loss of vision. In this case, self-medication can be really dangerous.
If you notice only increased lacrimation, and the veterinarian has not detected any diseases, this may be an inherent feature.
The eyes of a British cat
Abundant lacrimation can be caused by several factors: liver disease, worms, allergies. First, give the cat a drug from the worms. Then hold the animal for a while on the mono-diet. For example, three days you can feed the cat only chicken, then in the absence of improvements, remove the chicken and replace it with beef. By this method, you determine which
The Persian cat has watery eyes
Virtually every Persian owner wonders why the cat has watery eyes. First of all it can be connected with the structure of tear ducts: in cats of this breed they are either very narrow or poorly developed. More abundant lacrimation occurs during the period of active growth of the animal. After the animal is fully formed, this problem goes by itself. In very rare cases, the cat has plenty of tearing left for life.