Glass eye for a cat?
I have a cat named “One Eyed Jack”. She is so named because of that reason- she is missing her right eye completely. Born with this problem I was wondering (veterinarians) if it is possible to place a glass eye in the socket without any adverse effects. I’d still love her anyways if i couldn’t, but for my own curiosity I would like to know.
Stare
on February 6th, 2012
I had a friend who had lost an eye as a child and had a glass one to wear. He chose to wear an eye patch. He said the glass eye was just not comfortable.
I have never heard of cats or dogs wearing them. Animals are entirely unselfconscious about their appearance and it wouldn’t mean anything to the cat and could be a cause for irritation or discomfort for her.
Salinger
on February 6th, 2012
I think you should leave her the way she is…what a great name!
DownUnder
on February 6th, 2012
I also have a cat with one eye. She was a rescued kittin. Her’s was removed though because it ruptured. Her other eye is odd looking. I’m taking her to a veterinary ophthalmologist next week. My husband has been asking the same question as you are, I’ll let you know what the ophthalmologist says.:)
SpeedDemon
on February 6th, 2012
They make a product called “Neuticals” for cats and dogs, which are basically fake testicles to replace neutered ones. I don’t think glass eyes would be much of a stretch.
Gilbert
on February 6th, 2012
I was just reading about this at the vet’s office a few days ago.
Appearently it is purely cosmetic and most vet’s don’t like doing it because it can cause unneeded irritation in the eye socket.
I think Jack would be better off without one.
FeralFeline
on February 6th, 2012
Fake eyes are available but very costly, They are usually placed at the time when the old one is removed. Not sure if it can be done after the fact.