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Is daily black, crusty eye discharge normal for my 11-year-old cat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 years and 7 months old | 9 lbs

round black crusty in the inner corner of eye and sometimes both of my11 year old cat. Everyday,

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 6th, 2018

As long as it is black or clear and not green or yellow, this is considered to be a normal weepy eye. This can be caused by a slight increase in tear production and should be wiped clean with a warm wet cloth daily or as needed to prevent further irritation of the skin due to build up. Thanks for visiting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and take care of your cat Annie moving forward.

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