My 13 week old kitty going blind =( *Update-Post 31*

[MyCatMowgli]

Well Mowgli my first ever cat that Ive owned for 4 weeks, might be going blind.

The first vet I took him to looked at his eyes and said "I wouldnt worry about it"
and "He seems perfectly healthy"

Well his health has been declining over the last week, and his eyes were getting more cloudy in my opinion. So I decided to try another vet.

Well she took one look at his eyes and said . "Yeah, this isnt normal"

Now I had to get bloodwork done, and Im going to see an optometrist prolly next week.
She said I should think about getting him a playmate so he can have help later in life.
This is not what I was expecting as a new cat owner! Im in between jobs and the cash isnt exactly flowing right now.

I feel sad that this great little cat is losing something important to cats. His sight. I know they can live without, but it is an important sense for them.

Wish me luck, in whatever it is I have coming to me.

[Catty1]

PT Prayers for Mowgli - that he has something really treatable!

There are a few PT cats who don't even have eyes...and they do just fine!

HUGS and I hope everything works out.

Have your new vet send any report to your former one. Sounds like they need an education!

[emily_the_spoiled]

One of my cats lost vision in his left eye and only has 70% vision in his right, but you would never guess if from the way he gets around

I adopted him (Ptolemy) and his brother (Newton) together when they were 11 months old and I am glad that I did. When they were first with us, I could tell that Newton would communication some how with him. But after about the first month Ptolemy became absolutely fearless (almost too much )

He does just fine and I wouldn't change my little lovebug for anything in this world!

This is Ptolemy


It took me awhile to figure out why my plants were always flat. I came home early one day and saw Ptolemy sunning himself...being blind does NOT stop him from getting into trouble!


Here is Ptolemy supervising me on the computer. The one good thing is that he will not chase the icon on the computer screen like some of the others, but he does know how to take up more space on the desk

[KittyGurl]

Prayers for you and Mowgli.

((HUGS))

Keep us updated.

[orangemm]

Hugs and prayers for both you and Mowgli. Please keep us posted.

[moosmom]

NCM,

I can see the cloudiness in his eyes. For all it's worth, ask some of the owners of blind kitties here on PT. MooShoo has no vision in his right eye and limited vision in his left. That certainly doesn't stop him. You'll be surprized at how many live long, healthy lives. Cats don't know they have limitations (whatever they may be).They always seem to compensate for it. Just love him and be patient. He'll come around. Please keep us updated. He's a real sweetie.

Come on guys, help me out here.

[Barbara]

I am so sorry for you- but Mowgli will be ok. A good friend of mine has a blind kitty and Penelope is great! Of course she's only inside but she gets around well.
And still there may be some treatment.

Sending all good wishes to you and Mowgli.

[MyCatMowgli]

Thanks for all the kind words. I will keep you all posted as I learn more.

Now the question, do I get him another kitty pal?! The doctor recommended it, but jeez, I just got my first! I wasnt quite ready for a 2nd. lol

[Catty1]

I guess you need to see how treatable it is - and what any cost might be - before you take on another kitty.

Depending where you live, there might be a PT foster parent right around the corner!

[MyCatMowgli]

Yup, Im definitely going to give it some time.

I am so anxious to see the optometrist!

[catmandu]

Actuallysight Is Not As Importatnt To A Cat. I Remember A Show On Pbs Where They Said That A Cat At The Most Has A Very Blurry Image Of The World, And That Thier Sense F Feel And Smell And Hearing Are Far More Impirtant To Them. My Princeess Is Sight Impaired And So Where My Older Cats Smokey And Range Blossom.
And Being This Young Mowgli Will Learn To Adapt That Much Quicker.
Please Keep Us Updated On Your Dear Companion.

[Freedom]

Prayers for Mowgli, hugs for you. Whatever develops, I know you will find a way. And Mowgli, well, he will adapt just fine to almost anything. (Bobby isn't adapting to liquid meds; pills are fine. You can't have everything!) Keep us updated!

My dog, Sugar, had cataract surgery earlier this year. The eye specialist we go to is just amazing, she knows SO much, just specifically for the eyes. I am glad you are getting in to a specialist.

[Medusa]

My Creamsicle is not only deaf but partially blind as well and nothing stops this little brat, nothing! I'm sorry that Mowgli may be losing his vision but if you keep him indoors, he should adapt just fine, especially if he has a playmate. Try not to worry too much. He came to you for a reason and his survival rate has soared because of you. Prayers going out that it's something treatable but if not, prayers still going out......

[critter crazy]

Awww...I am so sorry about Mowgli. But like everyone has already said, he should adjust just fine, if it is untreatable.

[phesina]

Prayers are being said for your beloved Mowgli and you.

Love, hugs, and purrs,
Pat and cats