My cat is squinting one eye and seems sad. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 months and 23 days old
My cat did something to his eye. He’s keeping one closed or squinted doesn’t look wet or irritated. He also won’t leave our laps and seems sad.
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Published on February 24th, 2020
He may have something in it like a hair or he could have injured it somehow. Place an e-collar (cone) on him and have him seen by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. A potential eye injury should be addressed sooner rather than later to prevent unnecessary pain, permanent damage or loss of vision.
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Published on May 13th, 2017
Hello. I am sorry your Stray Cat isn't feeling well. There are MANY different possible causes of this. There are many viruses which could cause this (herpesvirus, calicivirus, coronavirus and Feline Infectious Peritonitis, FIV, FeLK, etc). Also, bacterial infections could cause what you are describing as well. It sounds like your little stray is hurting though, and squinting is a sign of pain, and weakness is a severe sign. I would suggest taking your stray cat to the vet, either as it's owner and having him treated, or if you financially do not want to take responsibility you can bring the cat to a vet and drop it off as a stray. They will treat if possible and have the little cat go to a place where it can be found a good and loving home. Good luck with your little one, but either way I would strongly recommend bringing it to a vet as it sounds like it is very sick.
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