Every once in awhile my cats will get that (except Kitt who's right eye is always running). I just wipe it out like you did. I think if you left it there long enough, your cat would clean it out.

 

My eldest cat ****** has constantly running eyes, but she is very photosensitive and a very grand old lady. My younger cat Suki gets gunk in her eyes.

Ive managed to teach suki that when say 'sticky eyes' she holds her head up to me good and still while i gently brush it away. Shes ever so clever. ****** can be a bit more of a problem but shes not fast or strong anymore so she doesnt get a choice!!!

 

Thanks. I was also going to add that it's not dry - more gooey.

 

I think some "sleep" in the eyes is perfectly normal as long as the eye does not appear irritated. If there is excessive blinking, squinting, or redness I would have the vet check it out.

My kitty Lily almost always has "sleep" in her eyes, but she an eye condition. I have to wipe her eyes at least twice a day. If I don't wipe them for her they just get worse. I think it just depends on how well your cat grooms themself.

 

Thanks for all your help. He appears happy, and his eyes look OK. so I won't worry so much!

I'm so fond of the little chap, that I tend to over fuss....

 

Thanks for all your help. He appears happy, and his eyes look OK. so I won't worry so much!

I'm so fond of the little chap, that I tend to over fuss....

worry wart here UNDERSTANDS you very well!!