My cat's eye is irritated. What are the causes and how can I help?

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My cats eye has looked pretty irritated since she woke up this morning I thought maybe my other cat scratched it but there is no scratch on the eye. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Since she does not want to hold it open, it may be an abrasions on the cornea from a previous foreign body such as a hair or a small scratch that is not big or deep. It can be from allergies or a mild respiratory infection that is early and just starting. You can flush the eye with saline eye drops and apply a warm compress if she will let you. If this does not get better in 24 hours or you notice further respiratory signs then I would get her checked by a vet as soon as possible

My cat's eye is irritated. What are the causes and how can I help?

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