My cat has been kinda of tired lately, and i've noticed his eyes are always kind of closed. Like, his cat-eyelids are always have way closed on his eyes.
I don't think he's sick because he never coughs or sneezes, or throws up or anything, he just always has kind of red eyes, like his eyes are bothering him, so I think it's allergies, but i'm worried about him. He's a house-cat, and he's probably about 4-8 months old, and it's been like this for about a week now. He's a beautiful little guy. I've seen one question similar to this and it said something about a respiratory problem, but it said that only happens when he gets eye-boogers.
But he doesn't have any eye boogers.
If he does in fact have allergies, should I take him to the vet, or is there anything I can give him. My parents just split up so we're kinda low on money, but i'll get a job and buy him some medicine if he needs it.
2007-09-16
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Does anyone smoke in the house?
Do you use products like air fresheners or strong smelling chemicals to clean with?
Maybe his eyes are red because there is foreign matter in there, such as dust or hair?
If his appetite is still good, and he's not got any eye crusty's, loose stool, sneezing, etc- he may be fine. Or he may be developing something, and you've caught it early. Also cat's do sleep most of the day as they grow older.
It's really best for him to see the Vet if you are concerned. Most Vet's will work with you on payments on such.
2007-09-16 14:31:19
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answered by Laura S. 4
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Don't listen to what some of these people say. Just because your cat is sleeping more regularly and keep his eyes half closed. Adult cats get an average of 18 hours of sleep a day. However, I would be a bit concerned since cats are usually active an playful until about a year if not thereafter. I would take your cat to the vet to be sure, but your cat might just be growing up and getting lazy. After a certain age, especially if they are fixed, they will get lazy and pretty much poop, eat, clean theirselves, and sleep. Also, cats are nocturnal, so it might be that he is up all night playing and sleeping during the day. So, don't get worried. I doubt your cat has allergies, since allergies usually result in sneezing, wheezing, running noses, excessive licking, falling out hair, etc. Just take your cat for a check up at the vet, just to make sure. A check up isn't that expensive depending on where you live and what vet you go to. If they find something wrong, see how serious it is, how much the medication will cost, and then figure out how you're going to pay for it. Don't stress out about it unless he gets physically lethargic. Trust me, I've had plenty of experience.
2007-09-16 22:26:06
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answered by krazycatlady420 4
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I wouldn't jump to the carona virus conclusion but I definitely would take him to the vet. Our cat - a tabby/Maine Coon Mix - has definitely allergy seasons and gets the same thing. We have a special eye cream we have to apply daily during the "season" and a pill he's happy to take when hidden in just a bite of hand-fed tuna fish.
2007-09-16 22:21:05
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answered by Dodger's Mommy 1
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They recently discovered a herpes like illness in cats that affects their eyes- its very common and not a big deal. It's also not uncommon for cats to sleep a lot. Try this old home remedy I've been using for cat-eyes problems for years- take a tea-bag and wet it with hot water- squeeze it out and let it cool to warm . Place it on his eyes for 5 min. or as long as he'll tolerate it. Gentle acids in the tea will help clear up the redness.
2007-09-16 21:36:07
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answered by Dotis 4
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Usually when their eyes look like that it is allergies. We have a siamese cat that has to have a shot about once a year. The vet gives us an antibiotic to give to him at home. It seems to really flare up around this time every year. I would take him to the vet. Our vet recently started offering CareCredit which is like a credit card to use at the vet. Good luck
2007-09-16 22:02:19
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answered by icecreamgirl226 2
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It definitely could be allergies. I wanted to comment that you should be APPLAUDED for wanting to take responsibility for him and even wanting to get a job to get medicine if he needs it! I hope that whatever his problem is doesn't require much money but you sound like a very responsible person and I wish there were more people out there like you. Good luck with him.
2007-09-16 21:36:57
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answered by kikitiki 3
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take ;him to the vet, it could something simple like congungtivitis which needs antibiotic cream,, and cats do have allergies both mine do and you can see it in there red puffy eyes when its windy outside... but it could also be something more serious which can cause blindness etc.. always air on the side of caution, just like you would if its was small child...(well, they are our kids really)
2007-09-16 21:47:47
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answered by hello kitty 4
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is he playing? (he should be since he's a kitten)
is he eating and drinking?
if he's not, then he needs to see a vet NOW... especially if he's not eating/drinking.
Also, if his third lids are showing, then I really think you should have him looked at by a vet. He could have an infection, or something more serious than an allergy.
2007-09-16 21:44:56
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answered by Cat 4
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an animal or person can be ill and exhibit no outward signs of illness, except those you've mentioned.
i'm sure there is a vet in your community. maybe take him or her if the cat doesn't perk up in a day or two.
take care too
2007-09-16 21:45:27
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answered by letterstoheather 7
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take this poor cat to the vet it sounds like it may be more than allergies and could be serious. it sounds like he's suffering and that shouldn't happen if you can help it.
2007-09-16 21:50:07
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answered by info.girl 2
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