My cat won't eat, has squinty eyes, and cloudy eyes. What's wrong?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 years old | 20 lbs
Our cat isn't eating and his eyes are squinty and cloudy. What might be wrong with him?
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Published on August 12th, 2017
This can be a sign of a respiratory infection and nasal congestion. It can also be a sign of a corneal ulcer or other trauma to the eye that can be causing pain. Since he is not eating and has potential to have an ulcer, it is best if he gets seen at an emergency clinic tonight to get medication started before he gets dehydrated.
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Published on June 21st, 2019
I would recommend that you have Max examined by a vet ASAP. Your description and picture of the eye look like there is a corneal ulcer. Eye issues can get worse incredibly quickly, so this should be considered a medical emergency. After examination, the vet will stain the eye to evaluate the extent of the ulcer and prescribe eye medications and pain medications. It is likely Max is closing the other eye simply due to a pain response.
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