Are feral cat mom's eye issues and kittens' crusty eyes related?

You are in a very difficult situation with mommy kitty. Most of the time if a cat has discharge it is related to an infection. Most infections need eye drops to resolve. I would try and take mommy kitty into a vet to determine if the eye needs medications. It is possible that maybe oral antibiotics will help with the eye but you will still have to catch her to administer the oral medications. I hope momma kitty starts feeling better soon

Cats often are infected with herpesvirus as kittens, and it can come and go throughout their lives, but often it flares up during times of stress (such as adding a new kitten). They can also get secondary bacterial infections in the eyes and upper respiratory infections. If it's not improving on its own or he starts squinting or pawing at his eye he may need antibiotic drops from your vet.

Cats commonly want to pick up their kittens and move them to "safety". My guess is that, left unattended, she would move all of them one at a time. Consider moving her basket/box to a more secluded area (under a coffee table, in a small closet, etc). This might appease her concern for her kittens. As for the eye goop, keep an eye on this. If you need to, gently wipe it with a warm damp cloth on a daily basis. This could be nothing or it could be an early viral infection. If you see snotty noses, reluctance to eat, or any other concerning signs, see the vet. You can start mom on a lysine supplement (we think this helps interrupt replication of the feline herpes virus.) And don't worry, human cold viruses do not transfer to people (and vice versa). Hope this helps and best of luck to you and the kitty family!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your cats. It is possible that they are experiencing an outbreak of calicivirus. It typically causes respiratory tract infections which can affect the eyes. Some kittens will become very painful due to it affecting the joints. Some cats will develop ulcers in the mouth as well. I hope this information helps!

I can't tell if you mean the mom or the kittens. If mom keeps shutting her eyes, it may be because she is stressed or trying to relax or because she doesn't feel well. If it is the kittens, it may be normal or it may be a sign that there is irritation or an infection getting started. To be sure, I would have them all examined by the vet to see if it is something to worry about.

The anal issues are probably from the diarrhea which can be diet related, parasites or an infection. It is not uncommon for kittens to get respiratory infections and have ocular discharge and often sneezing to go with it. It will take some time and medicine to help out. Your vet can deworm and check for parasites the. Provide antibiotics to helo

This is a classic presentation of a cat with an upper respiratory disease. These are often due to a virus that is usually self-limiting (will go away on its own - much like a cold with people). These can become worse and complicated with bacterial infections, so if Clover is having issues with congestion and has bad nose or eye discharge, then it will be best to take her to a vet for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. You can help the congestion by giving her a steam bath. There is a link below that has good information about how to do this and other helpful tips for this condition. http://www.wikihow.com/Help-Your-Cat-Breathe-Easier I hope this helps and Clover feels better soon.