Blind Cat Care

How sweet of you guys to take in this kitty. Probably the biggest thing is to not move the furniture on her. My blind roommate hates it when the furniture gets moved, and she has some vision! Always feed the cat in the same place, leave the litter in the same place. The cat will get used to where everything is and will probably be hard to tell from a cat with vision after a while, unless you leave something in the way. So, you job, since you've accepted it, is to keep things out of the way for your new friend and she will reward with with years of love.

I would contact the local ASPCA or Humane Society, they may have literature on how to care for blind cats. (Obviously, don't let it be an outdoor cat!) It would not be a bad idea to take measures similar to baby-proofing your residence. You are very kind to be considering adopting this cat. You may find it's the best cat you've ever known, after all. I have no experience with blind cats, however I have met a couple of small, blind dogs. Both dogs had anything in their reach baby-proofed. Apart from perhaps knocking its head on the walls several times a day, with the right guidance and care, the cat should be fine. Scents of people who live there will help as well.

I have a kitten that is a couple of months old now, he wasn't blind when he was born but got to see less and less by the day. I agree that not moving the furniture, the litter box, etc. is very important. Also, get things that will stimulate it's other sences. Toys that make a sound, a cushion with soft hair or with a rugged service (or even better, both, so they have different sensations). Don't let it go outside is a very good tip I read along the way aswell. If you want to pick him up, talk to him first so he doesn't get frightened. In general talk a lot so he will know you are there and who is there. That is all I got so far.

From my understanding, blind cats do quite well. I would show her where the litter box is and where her food will be. Once she learns the lay of the land, she should be just fine. Thank you for taking her into your home and into your heart.

don't worry about your kitty. they seem to not only have nine lives but they do quite well in the dark. just be careful where you walk and show it where everything is when you bring it home for the first little while and it should do fine.