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Why is my 8-week-old kitten's right eye watering so much?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Female | spayed | 2 months and 21 days old | 2 lbs

Our 8 week old kitten is having excessive watering in her right eye with very little discharge

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 18th, 2018

This can be a sign that Cleo has injured her eye or has an eye infection. Any eye problem needs to be checked out by a vet promptly as leaving it untreated can lead to vision. Please take her into the vet first thing in the morning. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 25th, 2019

    Hi. Poor Lila. She most likely has a conjunctivitis eye infection caused by bacteria or viruses....or she has an upper respiratory infection that is affecting the eye as well. These respond well to treatment. Please contact your veterinarian for an appointment as soon as possible. Good luck

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    Answered By Emily, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 4th, 2017

    This could indicate an early upper respiratory tract infection, infection of the conjunctiva and/or corneal ulcers. If it continues or Shunu has any squinting, cloudiness, redness or mucoid discharge from her eyes she should see a veterinarian.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 23rd, 2018

    No, this may not be fine. Watering eyes can be a sign of an eye infection, so I would take Callie into the vet today to have them examined. Any eye problem should be checked out promptly because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

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