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Expert: - 10/31/2007


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Hello! My cat, Harley, male, DSH, about 13 years old has developed a small white lump on the corner of his eyeball.
It doesn't seem to bother him and the funny thing is, I am always looking at him, doting and petting in some form and I only just noticed it last night. It looks like a 1/4" sized lump of tissue paper. Ocassionally, he squints in that eye, so it does bother him in a small way.
I would be so grateful for any further insight as I'm sorry worried about my little buddy!
I have made a vet appointment for tomorrrow, but I'm so worried right now!
Thank you so much!!!!
Victor

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Hi Victor,

If he was a human I would say it sounds like a sty. Getting him to the vet is the best thing you can do. He sounds like it isn't bothering him too much. There isn't much more you can do until you know what it is. Just make sure he is eating and drinking okay and give him lots of love. Good luck and let me know what the problem was..

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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