Cat owners often face the problem of acidity or severe watery eyes in their pets. In such cases, it is important for them to provide quick assistance so that the violation does not cause a loss of vision or the appearance of a severe inflammatory process in the cornea. Small cats require special care for such problems. It is important to know how to wash a kitten's eyes. They, like children, are far from suitable for all drugs due to the presence of potent chemical components in their composition.
It is worth knowing clearly all the reasons when washing the eyes of a small animal is required. The first rule in this matter is that you cannot touch the mucous membrane without the presence of a real violation. Prophylactic treatments are never carried out on the organs of vision, as they can cause unnecessary irritation, decreased vision and can cause infections if hygiene rules are not followed.
It is possible to wash the eyes of a kitten only after the appearance of external changes that indicate the presence of a pathology or foreign objects on the cornea. It is allowed to process the organs of vision in cats in the presence of the following diseases and problems:
- the need to cleanse the eye for instillation of antibiotics in the presence of infection;
- injuries of the cornea and eyeball;
- regular processing of organs due to the structural features of the nasolacrimal canal;
- contact with the mucous membrane of foreign objects, including dust;
- lacrimation and mucus formation associated with exposure to an allergen, washing in this case reduces the concentration of a harmful substance;
- infection with worms, while the animal never has a high temperature;
- conjunctivitis, blepharitis and other infectious disorders that can cause accumulation of pus and mucus.
Attention! Persian cats, fold-eared Scots, short-haired British are distinguished by a special structure of the nasolacrimal canal. Because of this, the animal constantly produces a large amount of tears and mucus that can clog the eyes and cause irritation. To prevent this, regular washing is carried out in 5-10 days.
Symptoms and possible eye diseases in kittens
The need to use solutions for washing the eyes of a pet is determined by the nature of the signs of the violation and the nature of the discharge from the mucous membrane.
- The appearance of thick mucus, in which pus is noticeable, is most often associated with infection with a fungus and infections. Mucus at the same time has an unpleasant odor, yellow color and often leads to complete adhesion of the eyelids. In cats, body temperature often rises, weakness appears and appetite decreases.
- With injuries to the mucosa or cornea and the spread of an allergic reaction, the animal suffers due to the release of a watery and clear liquid. At the same time, redness of the eyes, itching, constant blinking can be observed.
- If tears constantly stand out from the eyes, which, after drying, take the form of a dark or crust, we can talk about the ingress of dirt and dust on the mucous membrane. With such a violation, hyperemia of the eyes can also be observed.
Folk preparations for washing the eyes
If, for some reason, the owner of the kitten does not want to use medical solutions for washing, or they simply are not at hand, but you need to help immediately, you can use non-traditional drugs. It is important to observe the dosages of the components used and not to exceed the recommended number of uses of medications.
Table 1. Folk methods for washing eyes in kittens.
Ingredient | Cooking method | Dosage | A course of treatment |
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| Until complete resolution of symptoms | |
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| No more than 3-5 days | |
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| Until complete suppression of symptoms | |
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| Until complete resolution of symptoms |
Attention! With great care, a solution of manganese should be used in the treatment. It is required to achieve complete dissolution of the crystals so that they do not burn the cornea and adjacent skin.
eye wash medications
Drops Diamond Eyes
An effective medication for the suppression of many disorders in the organs of vision. The composition of the drops includes taurine and succinic acid. Such a combination produces a powerful antibacterial and decongestant result, relieves severe and weak inflammatory processes. They are used to eliminate infectious lesions, dissolve crusts in the corner of the eyes, treat acute and chronic conjunctivitis, and are suitable for the complex treatment of an allergic reaction.
During the use of Diamond Drops, the following dosages are observed:
- to wash the exudate and treat mild chronic conjunctivitis, it is enough to apply 1 drop of the solution every 5-10 days, you can use the remedy up to three times a day;
- if the condition of the kitten requires taking the medication daily, you can not use it for more than 45 days, after each course there is a break for 10 days;
- with double treatment every day, you can not instill eyes for more than 20 days, the break after each course is one week;
- with triple treatment every day, you can not instill eyes for more than two weeks, after each course a break of at least five days is required;
- if the pet is diagnosed with increased secretion of lacrimal fluid, redness, foreign body and trauma, it is recommended to prescribe drop by drop three times a day for no more than two weeks.
Drops are well tolerated by kittens and, if the dosage is observed, do not provoke any negative reactions.
Saline solution at a concentration of 0.9% of the active substance
It is required to purchase only in pharmacies, it is very difficult to bring the concentrate to the required dose of 0.9% on your own. If this amount of active substance is exceeded, there is a high risk of redness and burns of the eyeball. The solution is used up to three times a day for external treatment of the eye. If necessary, it can be used drip in one dose no more than twice a day. Duration of use - up to two weeks.
Oftal
Drops are used to eliminate irritation due to the ingress of sand, dust into them and the release of tears during an allergic reaction. The drug is used for no more than three days at a concentration of 0.5 mg / ml of the active substance. For washing and treatment, it is enough to instill one drop of Oftal no more than twice a day.
Hygienic lotion based on chamomile and sage. It is used to eliminate dust, dirt, accumulated exudate, additionally cares for the skin. Well tolerated by kittens. To eliminate the violation, it is required to moisten a sterile swab with lotion and soften the accumulated crusts with it. As soon as they are removed, you should wipe the eye again. Processing is carried out once a day, if necessary, a second procedure is allowed. Between uses of Rosinka lotion for regular care, a 5-10 day break is required.
Anandin
Drops prescribed in the presence of increased lacrimation due to allergic rhinitis or conjunctivitis. Taking into account the severity of the kitten's condition, 1-2 drops of the drug are instilled into the lower eyelid no more than twice a day. Sometimes a single dose can be increased to 2-3 drops, but usually this dosage is used only for adults. The recommended course of therapy is no more than two weeks.
Solutions for washing with inflammation of an infectious nature
Such drugs should be used for bacterial conjunctivitis, blepharitis, purulent eye lesions. Dosages of antibacterial drugs are recommended to be selected under the supervision of the attending physician, since it is important to take into account the age of the kitten, its weight and an accurate diagnosis.
Furacilin solution
For the treatment of kittens, you need to purchase a ready-made solution of the drug in a veterinary pharmacy. Furacilin eliminates redness, irritation, swelling and the release of purulent masses. It is necessary to carefully observe the dosages of active substances, since if used incorrectly, the drug enhances the negative symptoms of the disease. It is difficult to prepare a solution on your own, since no more than one gram of an antibacterial substance is required per 5 liters of water to treat kittens. During treatment, the veterinarian usually prescribes 1 drop of the solution in each eye twice a day. The drug can be applied externally three times a day. The course of treatment depends on the degree of violation and can be 3-7 days.
Boric acid solution
You can cook it yourself at home. To do this, dissolve 5 g of the active substance in 200 ml of boiled water and stir well. It is used only for external processing 2-3 times a day for 3-7 days. You can not prescribe Boric acid in the presence of open wounds, skin lesions and bleeding.
Antibacterial drops used to suppress the activity of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Accelerate the recovery of damaged tissues. For the treatment of kittens, one drop of the solution should be instilled. If hygienic treatment of the eyes and elimination of purulent-mucous accumulations are necessary, 3-4 drops of the active substance are first instilled. The diseased eyelid is wiped with a sterile swab and a drop of Tsiprovet is instilled again. The duration of the use of drops - according to indications.
Tea and chlorhexidine: is it possible to wash the eyes of a kitten with them
The use of tea leaves is possible only if the owner is sure that the kitten's eyes turn sour not due to the presence of the disease. Tea is used for regular treatments, when a foreign body enters without injuring the eye. In this case, it is required to use only yesterday's tea leaves without sugar, flavorings and other additives. With the help of tea, you can wash the surface of the eye and eyelids up to five times a day until the violations disappear.
Chlorhexidine is one of the safest antiseptics that are used as a regular and medical aid. The substance is prescribed for allergies, infections, injuries and other problems. But since the drug is produced in high concentrations, it should be brought to the correct level for the pet. If this is not done, the pet will develop local reactions in the form of redness, irritation, increased tearing, and there is also a high risk of burns.
For kittens and cats, a 0.01% solution is used. To obtain it, it is necessary to combine 4 ml of a 0.05% Chlorhexidine solution and 16 ml of sterile saline at a concentration of 0.9% in a 20-cc syringe. You can treat the diseased surface up to 3 times a day, instill no more than one drop also three times a day.
Attention! It should be borne in mind that the active substance Chlorhexidine can cause increased dryness and disrupt eye hydration. To avoid this, it is enough to follow the instructions and avoid overdose.
Veterinarian advice on this matter is always the same. Since the kitten will definitely not like such manipulations, it is required to carry out the procedure quickly, without being distracted. Additionally, the following rules apply.
- Before starting the procedure, the owner should wash their hands well with soap and water so as not to bring additional infection and dirt into the kitten's eyes.
- Processing is best done in pairs. One owner should put the pet on its back, place it most conveniently on its knees. At the same time, it is important to fix the cat's paws well so that it does not inflict additional injuries on itself.
- The pet should lie so that the head is higher than the rest of the body.
- The maximum temperature of the solution for washing and instillation should not exceed +37 degrees, otherwise the mucous membrane will be severely burned, which can lead to complete loss of vision.
- The vial with the drug and the pipette are kept at a distance of at least 1 cm from the eyeball. If necessary, the medication can be instilled using a sterile syringe without a needle.
- If the kitten's eyelids are very stuck together, you first need to squeeze a small amount of medicine onto them. After waiting a bit, the mucus is removed with a clean swab. As soon as the eyes are opened, eye drops are instilled.
- When opening sticky eyelids, movements after using the drug are required to be carried out from the bridge of the nose to the temples. You can not press hard and rub the sore spot, this will only increase irritation and cause pain to the pet.
- After opening the eyes, it is recommended to wipe them again with a dry swab to dry the coat a little.
- Under no circumstances do not touch the mucous membrane of the pet's eye with dry objects, they remove the top layer of corneal cells, provoke inflammation and cause severe pain. In addition, the villi from a dry swab can remain on the eye, increasing unpleasant symptoms.
- Also, you can not touch the surface of the eye with your hands, any motes are removed with a wet swab with light wetting movements.
Video - We treat the cat's eye
Attention! To achieve maximum effect, veterinarians after using eye drops are advised to bring the lower and upper eyelids together. This is required for the complete distribution of the drug in the mucosa.
Kitten Eye Care Features
Since any violations are easier to prevent, the following care recommendations should be followed:
- the kitten should always be clean, if it gets dirty, it must be bathed;
- the room in which the pet is located also requires maintaining cleanliness and order;
- wash the tray thoroughly, as dirt can cause not only irritation, but also infection and helminths;
A clean litter box is the key to your pet's health
- if the pet is on the street, you should regularly check his eyes, when the first signs of the disease appear, immediately use a safe antiseptic;
- treat helminths according to the schedule drawn up by the veterinarian or independently;
- do not allow the baby to come into contact with other animals if they live in adverse conditions.
Attention! The above care tips not only protect your pet from the possible occurrence of eye diseases, but also speed up the healing process when they are diagnosed. Recommendations should be applied not only on kittens, but also adult mature cats.
If the animal's eyes turn sour or fester, you should first clarify the nature of the violation, since the cause may be hidden in mixed diseases. An accurate diagnosis is made by the veterinarian after a full-time examination of the kitten, after which he prescribes a washing solution. It should also be selected taking into account the existing symptoms of the disease and the age of the pet. If you wish to combine or replace traditional therapy with folk remedies, you should take into account the possibility of developing allergies and the complexity of the course of the pathology. With severe inflammation and infections, it is better not to give up medications, as they affect the underlying cause of the disorder.
Curious pets are often subjected to severe poisoning by various substances, and sometimes gastric lavage is the only way to keep the pet alive. Unfortunately, only a few pet owners know how to properly carry out the procedure. Despite the fact that gastric lavage requires compliance with strict rules, every cat owner must be prepared for it, because no animal is insured against an accident.
Why do cats need gastric lavage?
A fluffy pet can get poisoned by anything, because cats love to poke their nose where it's not supposed to. The animal is able to eat a poisoned rat, mouse, taste medicines, poisonous plants, detergents. Sometimes cats can swallow small indigestible objects (threads, ropes), eat spoiled food. Almost all cats (stern of hairless sphinxes) perform a daily hygiene procedure - they carefully pour out their own wool. Once in the stomach, day after day, the wool is compacted more densely. If the animal does not clear the muscular organ with vomit, this will result in a blockage.
Poisoning with spoiled foods, poisons, dangerous plants, chemicals cause severe intoxication of the animal's body. Urgent measures must be taken, otherwise the toxins will quickly be absorbed into the bloodstream, and the cat will die. Gastric lavage for a cat in this case is the only chance to save a fluffy pet. It is possible to do the procedure not only in a veterinary clinic, but also at home, especially since some poisonings cause death in minutes, and it is impossible to get to the nearest hospital.
Symptoms of poisoning
Depending on what poisoned the cat, the signs of intoxication can vary significantly from each other. When a cat eats rotten or sour products, the animal experiences vomiting with mucus or blood interspersed, diarrhea with a fetid odor, refusal to eat. The animal looks a little lethargic, lies more, loses interest in games, body temperature is elevated. As a rule, such poisoning is not considered dangerous and in most cases goes away on its own after a while. But if after a few days the cat still does not show a desire to eat and move, diarrhea and vomiting do not go away, the animal may die from dehydration. In this case, it is necessary to wash the cat's stomach, and then show the fluffy pet to the veterinarian.
Intoxication with poisons and chemicals is accompanied by more pronounced symptoms:
- the animal often vomits, and vomiting may contain an admixture of blood, bile;
- the cat completely refuses food, in some cases even water;
- the state of the pet is depressed, lethargic, the pupils are dilated;
- the cat's breathing is heavy, frequent, heartbeats are not clearly audible;
- there may be swelling of the joints, an increase in the volume of the abdomen;
- body temperature is low;
- blood flows from the nose, mouth, anus;
- increased production of saliva;
- diarrhea (sometimes black) is observed.
The presence of blood in vomit, faeces, or discharge from the eyes, nose, or rectum indicates internal bleeding. This complication occurs when anticoagulants (poisonous substances used to poison mice and prevent blood clotting) enter the cat's body. Gastric lavage for a cat in this case is unacceptable, the most correct decision would be an urgent visit to the veterinarian.
Recommendations on what to do if the cat ate a poisoned mouse.
If the cat's stomach is firmly clogged with hair, and the animal is not able to get rid of the problem on its own (with the help of vomiting), the owner notes the following signs:
- refusal to feed;
- pallor of mucous membranes;
- depression, desire to hide in a hard-to-reach place;
- constipation.
Most cats get rid of swallowed hair by vomiting, but sometimes, the animal is not able to expel densely packed lumps. To help your pet and avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to know how to wash the stomach of a cat.
Attention! It is forbidden to wash the stomach of a cat if the animal begins to vomit with feces. This sign appears when the intestines turn, which is very deadly for the life of a pet. A sick cat is urgently taken to the veterinarian. Cleansing the stomach of a cat is not carried out when the animal is unconscious, otherwise there is a high risk that the pet will choke on vomiting.
How to wash the stomach of a cat at home
Most poisonings require an immediate visit to the veterinarian, but how to rinse the cat's stomach when it is impossible to get to the clinic? To cleanse the muscular organ of toxic substances, the following items will be required:
- 2 cups of warm boiled water;
- a tube made of rubber, flexible plastic (cut off from the drip system);
- syringe without needle, teaspoon.
Pour water into the stomach should be carefully. The cat is carefully fixed, its mouth is opened, a piece of rubber tube is inserted under the tongue. With the help of a spitz, boiled water is slowly introduced into the other end of the tube. But how to wash the cat's stomach at home when there is no syringe or tube? It is easy to inject the liquid with a teaspoon. To do this, the muzzle of the animal is firmly fixed and liquid is poured into the toothless space, which is located on the sides of the jaw. For a better swallowing effect, it is recommended to gently stroke the cat's throat. Before you wash the cat's stomach at home, you need to make sure that the pet is conscious and can swallow the liquid on its own.
It is allowed to use no more than 500 ml of liquid in one procedure, a larger volume of water will cause the liquid, along with toxins, to seep into the intestines. How to wash the cat's stomach to induce vomiting faster? For the speedy onset of vomiting, a little table salt or sodium bicarbonate (soda) is added to the water. It is impossible to use a solution of potassium permanganate, even a very weak one. Contact with crystals of potassium permanganate on the mucous membrane of the esophagus or stomach will cause a burn. How to wash the stomach of a dog.
Other help for cat poisoning
Cleansing the stomach is an effective procedure that allows you to quickly remove toxins from the animal's body, but in some cases (severe intoxication) it is not enough. After completing all the manipulations, it is recommended:
- Give the cat an enema with a rubber pear with boiled water (50 ml).
- Give your cat more water (every 10-15 minutes).
- After gastric lavage, the cat is given an adsorbent inside. If activated charcoal is used, it can be given whole or crushed into powder and mixed with liquid (1 mg of the drug per 1 kg of animal weight). Polysorb and Enterosgel are also effective sorbents.
- Be sure to show the cat to a specialist. Only a doctor can objectively assess the condition of the victim, prescribe the necessary treatment and diet.
The owner of a fluffy pet must know how to do a gastric lavage to a cat. Not a single animal is insured against severe poisoning, and it is not always possible to quickly get to a veterinary clinic. Gastric lavage is sometimes the only measure of help that saves four-legged friends.
Eye problems are considered very common in cats. The development of pathologies of the organs of vision is often the cause of infectious diseases or the ingress of foreign bodies into the eyes. After detecting the first symptoms of visual impairment, suppuration and redness of the pupils, you should immediately rinse the eyes of the cat at home or seek help from a veterinarian.
Causes of eye discharge in cats
Clear and greyish eye discharge is considered normal in healthy cats and kittens. In this case, it is enough to occasionally rinse the pet's eyes with boiled water or a decoction of chamomile. In some situations, the animal can observe the process of suppuration or the release of an excess amount of fluid, which indicates the presence of an inflammatory process.
There are the following reasons for overexposure:
In almost all situations, you can notice not only the release of fluid, but also the formation of pus. The presence of such symptoms leads to a lack of appetite, the eyes begin to itch, and the cat itself tries to hide in a secluded place. This condition requires the intervention of a specialist.
The need for care
A cat's eyes secrete a clear liquid that acts as a lubricant. Such secretions soften the friction between the inner surface of the eyelid and the cornea, which avoids injury due to dust and other foreign bodies. As a result, every morning a dark crust forms near the cat's eye, which is not suppuration, but a natural discharge.
Usually, festering eyes or the production of excess tears is a concern for pet owners. According to certain factors, you can determine the cause of such a deviation:
- yellowish or transparent tears can cause earth to get into the eyes, dust or other foreign bodies that can cause irritation;
- a common cold can cause an irritating effect;
- redness in the affected area indicates that the cat could accidentally damage the cornea;
- if the pet constantly covers the eye with its paw, then the presence of an infectious pathology is quite possible.
Pet owners should think ahead of time about purchasing products to wash their eyes, even if the cat is healthy. After all, such a procedure is an indispensable element of caring for animals.
Folk remedies for washing
You can wash the eyes of a cat yourself with the help of special folk remedies, which are made quickly and without any special financial costs:
- dissolve boric acid powder in an amount of 5 g in 250 ml of boiled water;
- brew 6 g of dried linden in 0.5 l of boiling water;
- pour 5 g of pharmacy elderberry into 100 ml of boiling water;
- pour a few fresh celandine petals with hot water and leave to infuse for 25-30 minutes;
- brew 1 tbsp. l. dried pharmacy chamomile in a glass of boiling water;
- Black tea.
Black tea is an effective remedy that, without harm to health, allows you to wash your eyes an unlimited number of times. It should be noted that it is advisable to use yesterday's tea bag.
It is advisable for a healthy kitten to wash their eyes exclusively with the help of folk remedies. The use of pharmaceutical preparations will not bring the desired result, since they are strictly aimed at treating a specific disease, and not at maintaining health.
Any prepared solution must be carefully filtered before wiping the eyes of a pet. They should be free of large particles of plants or all kinds of foreign bodies. In addition, the tincture cannot be used while hot, so it should first be cooled.
First aid with Chlorhexidine
Many veterinarians, when an inflammatory process is detected, advise using Chlorhexidine for first aid. The drug is a reliable antiseptic for hardening and is ideal for any eye diseases. Regular use of the drug will prevent an allergic reaction or conjunctivitis.
Chlorhexidine has an antibacterial effect and is used in the presence of diseases such as herpes or chlamydia. Eye diseases in cats and kittens are often caused by bacteria, so this drug is an indispensable tool for helping pets.
To wash the eyes of a cat at home, you need to use an ordinary cotton pad or gauze, which is preferably thoroughly moistened in the solution, and then wiped from the outer edge of the eyelid to the corners of the eyes. At the end of the procedure, the napkin should be squeezed out until all the remnants of the solution fall into the conjunctival sac.
It is advisable to wipe one eye no more than 3 times until it is cleared. Then repeat the steps with the next one. The procedure is recommended to be carried out no more than 2-3 times during the day.
Owners are required to monitor the health of their pets and use appropriate drugs at the first detection of redness or discharge. If the inflammatory process does not go away within 2-3 days, then you should immediately seek help from a veterinarian.
The article presents introductory data on one of the frequently asked questions, as well as outlines options for solving the current problem, which allows you to draw the right conclusions and understand the situation.
How to wipe the eyes of a kitten at home if they turn sour
In cats, most often the eyes turn sour in the morning, so inspect your pet every day. Having found this problem, wipe the eyes of the animal with a cotton swab dipped in boiled water. The water should be warm and never hot.
How to wipe a kitten's eyes if they are watery, fester
In the case when the pet's eyes begin to fester and watery, they are wiped with a tea leaves solution that removes such symptoms. But festering eyes can indicate serious diseases not only of the eye, but also of the cat's body, so you should contact your veterinarian if the symptoms do not go away within a couple of days.
How to wipe the eyes of a Persian, British kitten
Persian and British cats often have their eyes washed with a light solution of Levomycetin or Lacrimin.
How to wipe the eyes of a sphinx cat, exotic
For such breeds, the eyes are washed with a cotton swab soaked in a light tea brew. Thus, they are washed only if the eyes are not inflamed or do not have any other pathologies. In case of souring or suppuration, pharmaceutical preparations of the Lacrican type are used.
How to wipe the eyes of a kitten with chlorhexidine, furacilin
When using drugs such as furatsilin or chlorhexidine, you must adhere to the correct proportions. One tablet of furacilin is diluted with 100 mg of water, then a cotton pad is soaked in the solution and the eyes are gently washed with the pet.
The bottle of chlorhexidine is well shaken and moistened with cotton wool, which is used to wipe the pet's eye. The drug is used as an antiseptic medicine.
Festering eyes of a cat can be a symptom of many feline infirmities - ranging from eye or eyelid trauma to the most serious diseases, including cat distemper, and even rabies.
Even the owner-veterinarian will not be able to make a diagnosis “by eye”, without a complex of tests (among which we will be obligatory to flush from the conjunctiva). And to treat “who knows what” means to expose the animal to the risk of complications or even worse.
But it is clear that not everyone has a good veterinary clinic within walking distance. A visit there may be postponed, and the cat's eyes need to be washed from pus somehow. How to wash the eyes of a cat from pus at home?
Rinse the cat's festering eyes: the main thing is not to harm
Before a visit to the clinic, veterinarians categorically advise not to wash the eyes of pets with potassium permanganate and medicinal solutions (especially antibiotics).
After that, it will be much more difficult for the doctor to make a correct diagnosis - the clinical picture will be blurred. Therefore, the best remedy in this case would be ordinary boiled water.
If the diagnosis has already been made in the veterinary clinic, then the treatment will be prescribed there. You will be prompted how to wash the festering eyes of a cat with a bruise and injury of the eyelid (this requires a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide).
They will explain how and with what to wash the eyes of a cat from pus with purulent conjunctivitis: a 2% aqueous solution of boric acid will help. By the way, you can cook it yourself: take 2 teaspoons (without top) of boric acid in half a glass of water.
With bleforitis - before washing the mustachioed eye - soften the purulent crusts with vaseline oil. In the list of what to wash the eyes of a cat if they fester: saline solution, a weak solution of potassium permanganate (potassium permanganate) or furacilin, chlorhexidine, as well as decoctions of herbs with antibacterial properties (chamomile, calendula, St. John's wort, sage). And, of course, tea leaves.
How to rinse your cat's eyes from pus
The eye wash solution should be slightly warm. A cotton pad or swab well moistened (you can generally gently squeeze it over the eye of a caudate patient).
Collecting pus, it is necessary to move from the outer corner of the eye to the inner, carefully, without pressing on the eyeball. You can not wash both eyes with one swab, it is generally better to change them as often as possible.
And remember, only a veterinarian who has ready-made test results on hand can prescribe a remedy that is suitable for your pet. In most cases, washing alone is not enough - a long and complex treatment is necessary.