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My 2-month-old kittens' eyes are closed. Should I take them to vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female

A garden cat gave birth 2 months ago, the newly born kitties have their eyes closed, such as the attached. Please help

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 5th, 2019

This is probably an upper respiratory infection. it's very common in young cats and is very contagious to other cats as well. It is treated with antibiotic eye drops/ointment and oral antibiotics for about 2 weeks. if left untreated many cats will end up blind or even die from the disease. I advise going to your vet asap to start the treatment right away.

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