My cat's blinking a lot, third eyelid showing. Is it feline herpes?

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My kitty’s aren’t pink, there is no discharge, and her eyes aren’t watery, but she is blinking a lot and I’ve seen more of her “third eye lid” than usual. Is it possible for cats to have dry eyes? If so can they use the eye drops human use or do they need special ones for cats? Could it have something to do with the herpes virus cats can have? She had it as a kitten. What can I do to help her? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 9 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

This is likely a herpes virus issue however, it could be something else like a corneal ulcer. Dry eye is very uncommon in cats. I suggest you get Bunny to your vet for a diagnosis. If it is herpes virus related she will need antiviral medications. You cannot buy those over the counter. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My cat's blinking a lot, third eyelid showing. Is it feline herpes?

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