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My pet's eye is squinting and has eye boogers. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 19 days old

Baymax’s left eye is funky. It doesn’t seem to bother him as he is acting normal, but it looks like he is squinting that eye. There’s no discoloration, but he is getting more eye boogers in the left. His right eye is normal. Is this something I need to take him to a vet for? or is there something at home I can do for him? I have sensitive baby wipes I have been using to get the gunk away from his eye because a warm wash cloth seems to bother him. The wipes don’t.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on June 1st, 2019

If he is squinting, then the eye is causing discomfort. This warrants an exam with your veterinarian to diagnose corneal injury or infection. Your vet will probably use a special stain to check for scratches or ulcers. These usually can't be seen by the naked eye. If Baymax is pawing or rubbing at it, place an e-collar (cone) on him until he sees the doctor.

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