Why is my cat's eye watering? Should I be worried or see a vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 7 years and 11 months old | 10 lbs
My 7 year old, female cat's right eye has been watering for about a week now, but she has no behavior changes. Why is her eye watering?
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Published on June 25th, 2017
Poor Shay! Her eye could be watering due to injury, infection, or allergies. The eye is such a delicate and important structure that any problem with it should be considered an emergency. That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. I would have Shay seen by a vet immediately to diagnose what is causing her eye to water so it can be treated.
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