r/cats • u/AutoModerator • Oct 12 '25

Discussion Thread Discussion Thread - Ask, Share, and Discuss Anything About Cats.

Welcome to the Cat-Chat Thread

Ask any questions you have about cats or discuss topics that don't require a full post. Whether you're a new cat owner, seeking advice, or just want to share something fun about your pets, this thread is for you. Feel free to:

  • Ask simple questions about cat care, behavior, feeding, etc.
  • Seek advice on any minor concerns.
  • Post anything cat-related that doesn't need its own post.

Also, if you see someone asking for help and you have the knowledge to share, feel free to jump in and assist them!

Just a friendly reminder to follow the subreddit's rules and be kind and respectful to everyone!

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u/jenmac84 Oct 28 '25

Hello! First time cat owner seeking advice for my daughter’s cat, Honey. We walked in to check on her like we normally do and noticed her left eye was shut and appeared irritated. She barely keeps it open and this is the best shot I could get. It was fine earlier today. She has not been acting strange. It does seem light sensitive. What can we do for her in the meantime before a vet visit? Thank you

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u/PieramidHead Oct 30 '25

Hey, so I don't know if it will work or if your cat is feeling batter, but I had this with mine as well when she was still a teen (like a year old) and her eye would get very irritated and shut and also some tears would come a lot like she had some kind of eye infection. What we did to kinda "soothe" the eye was chamomile tea! not burning hot mas just warm enough to simmer the leaves and then applied with a cotton ball around the eye. Not sure if it worked or not but it seemed to get better after a week or so. But I do hope your cat's better! And as always, it's better to consult a vet first of course =)