My kitty has the eye dripping like most persians do, only he constaly rubbs at them and they get infected. We have tried several meds that vets have given us. What natural rememdies can we try?
2006-09-15 19:30:58 · 8 answers · asked by chicata25 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
Ok this is a serious answer, and no killing the cat isnt going to be the answer
2006-09-15 19:35:20 · update #1
Hmm he eats science diet, and alot of it. He goes through a 30 dallor bag every 2 weeks.
2006-09-15 19:38:28 · update #2
Repeated eye infections can be the result of a herpes type virus that unfortunately never leave the body. Whenever the cat's immunity goes down, the virus flares up causing itchiness and redness. My vet gives me an antibiotic creme in a tube to apply for two or three days, (two or three times a day) when there is a flareup. If the condition is aggravated by a cold, he gives me antibiotic pills.
Another thing my vet has pointed out is that sometimes the immune system of the cat is weak and the white blood count increases rapidly causing itchiness. The cat scratches and that results in an infection. The last time it flared up, my vet gave me steroids to administer for several days. And it did work.
I don't know if your cat has a similar problem, but I think it would be worthwhile to assure that the cat is getting extra vitamins and minerals to boost his immunity. (Colostrum and propolis werre two things he mentioned) I definitely think you need to consult with another vet who can deal with this problem holistically
2006-09-15 20:49:34 · answer #1 · answered by pepper 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Persians have all the normal sinus equipment that every other cat has, just stuffed into a really small area, so they are prone to infections and other problems. Your kitty may have allergies, has your vet mentioned that? If not, change vets.Don;t think they are all correct, when I worked as a vet tech, a lady brought a parakeet in that another vet had applied a salve to in order to correct a molting problem.The parakeet preened, ingested the salve and died. Do you or anyone in the house smoke around your cat? cats are very sensitive to smoke, especially Persians as they have breathing trouble anyway. I'm not in favor of breeding animals for certain physical traits. The ideal in a Persian is a very flat face. I have a Persian, former show cat and keeping her healthy and breathing well is a job. Good luck with your baby.
2006-09-15 19:44:38 · answer #2 · answered by missmoon_1953 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The flat form of the face may cause eye drainage problems, which can create a build-up of residue. The eyes of Persian Cats require daily cleaning with a wet cloth. If the eyes are goopy, it indicates an eye infection, cold, or viral infection. You should take the cat to the vet in these cases. You should be consistant when it comes to bathing your baby. Expecially if he goes outside he can get things on his paws that can also contribute to his eye infections. Just keep his paws clean and wipe his eyes with a warm damp cloth every day and hopefully this will help. Good luck with your baby.
-Jacqueline
2006-09-15 22:40:02 · answer #3 · answered by Jackie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What does he eat? Get him on a high quality food. Iams, Purina, and Science Diet is poison. Read "Foods Pets Die For" by Ann N. Martin if you don't believe me.
Good foods to try: Innova EVO, California Natural, Artemis, Felidae, and Wellness.
2006-09-15 19:36:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
there is a spray at most pet stores it is probably a fungal infection and the spray and or cream clears it up and prevents it from spreading to the other eye and helps prevent it from coming back
2006-09-15 19:40:36 · answer #5 · answered by casey r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try closing the door when you change.
2006-09-15 19:32:11 · answer #6 · answered by triniqueen40 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Euthanasia? It comes in liquid too.
2006-09-15 19:32:14 · answer #7 · answered by ravin_lunatic 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
hmmmmm................ Euthanasia.
2006-09-15 19:33:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋