Common Eye Issues for Cats
When we think of animals developing cataracts, glaucoma or other eye diseases, we often only think about dogs. However most mammal animals are able to develop these common eye diseases. Today we are going to take a look at the eye diseases that cats most commonly develop. Although there are more cases of dogs with eye problems than other animals, cats also suffer. Here are 4 eye diseases to be aware of and check your cat for.
Glaucoma, the world’s leading cause of vision loss, is a condition that we have talked about as it affects many people. However, cats can also be affected. Glaucoma is a disease that causes pressure to build up in the eye which leads to a lack of fluid drainage. It attacks the optic nerve, which is a collection of over 1 million fibres strung together. The optic nerve is essential for good eye site and connects the brain and the retina, which is a light sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Catching glaucoma early enough means that it is easier to treat and vision loss can often be prevented. If left untreated then vision loss is almost certain.
Another disease to look out for in your cat is conjunctivitis, sometimes called ‘pink eye’, this is when the membrane found on the outer of the eye becomes inflamed this painful problem can be caused by a number of different things including viral and bacterial infections, allergens, injury and chemicals. Most often the eye becomes red and inflamed and normally produces discharge. You can keep your cats eye healthy by using our Ethos Re-Vital Eyes NAC Eye Drops For Pets which helps to keep eyes healthy, strong and able to fight infections and disease.
The third disease to be aware of it cataracts. Another common disease that we often talk about, can also affect cats. Cataracts can be caused by a number of different things from disease to obesity, there isn’t a way to completely prevent your animal from developing one and it is hard to predict if they will or not. The main symptom of cataracts is that the eye lens becomes visibly cloudy so this is what to look out for. Bright Eyes Cataract Drops for Pets are a great way to treat the early signs of cataracts in your cat and keep your cat’s eye healthy.
Finally the last disease to watch out for is corneal ulceration. This is a condition that often develops from a scratch of break on the corneal. The open wounds can be serous and cause permanent vision loss. Symptoms to watch out for are sensitivity to light, not wanting to open the infection eye and red eyes with discharge. A great way to prevent any disease is Ethos Re-Vital Eyes NAC Eye Drops as these aid your pets eyes in fighting diseases and keeping strong.
These are just four of the common eye problems that can occur in cats and can be painful and cause vision loss. It is important to be aware of eye issues that your pet may suffer from and know the symptoms. Any disease that is caught earlier is much easier to treat and recover from. Make sure to check out our website for more information on our products for pets and contact us if you have any questions.
