Hi all, a mate of mine had a new litter just last night and this morning has noticed that one of the kits has one eye open already. I have never had this before so said I would look to you clever lot for advice.

The kitten is Siamese and the eye looks completely normal. There is no haze over it or any discharge. I have advised her to keep the kits in a dim light to avoid any damage, but has anyone experienced this in such a short time and has there been any lasting damage? The earliest I have ever had any eyes open is 7 days. C.x.

Sorry just posting again to keep this thread on view as I need quite urgent advice on it, my friend is quite worried about it. Thanx C.x

oh dear, and again

If the eye was open during the birthing process then a infection in the eye is possible,probably best to ring the vet for advice.As far as keeping in dim light,that sounds like very good advice as eye will be very delicate and sensitive.

Thanx for that Clare. She didnt notice at the birth as they gave birth in a dim light and she didnt notice it til this morning. I think she definitely needs to keep an 'eye' on it for any infection developing but personally I wouldnt want to move them for the first week unless really necessary. Its a weird one on me this, they were about 4-5 days lating arriving but never had one with an eye open so early eek:

Quite frustrating - I know I saw an article about just this subject the other day. From what I remember it is fine - not 'normal' as such, but ok.
I'll try to find the article.

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Well I found this - Kittens eyes open too early? - Yahoo! Answers .
Bottom line is not to worry about it, but ask the vet if there are any concerns.

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Thanx Nicola your a DOLL! even a Dollycat . Still dont know about the 12 hour eye open thingy. 3 days would astonish me but she only started giving birth at 8.30 last night. Will give her a bit more advice but I thing the main one is to keep the room dark for a week, do you? Cxxxxx

Yeh - better to be safe etc...

Just out of interest - was the girl late with her delivery?

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Yeah about 4 -5 days late, does that ring bells or summat? C.xx