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Kitten's eye shut with green goop. Should I take him to the vet?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 13 days old

I tried helping my kitten open his eyes because he was struggling and he kept scratching at it, as I was busy some green slumly goop came out of his eye. I was that he's eye looked perfect healthy no blood or redness but it shut close again. Should I be worried did I do something wrong?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 17th, 2020

You should not force a kitten's eyes open on your own, this should only be done by a vet. It may not be ready to be open. This discharge could be due to an infection. You need to have Natsu seen by a vet now.
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