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My cat has a watery eye but no other symptoms. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 4 years and 1 month old

Hello, my Orange tabby cat Ravioli who is 4 years old, about 13lbs. Has been having a watery left eye for about a week. There are no other symptoms. He is eating and drinking. What should I do? Should I be concern?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 1st, 2023

Hello, thank you for using PetCoach. If he is squinting the eye or the white part of the eye is red, then there could be a scratch on the eyeball. In this case he needs to see a vet. If he is not squinting and the eyeball looks normal, then you can try applying this eye gel two to three times per day. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-plus-antimicrobial-pet-eye-gel-for-dogs-3-fl-oz-3760339 ) If there is no improvement after 5 days of using the eye gel then he will need to see a vet. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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