Extended, relaxed blinks communicate to you and other cats peaceful mood signaling trust, contentment and affection!
Slow Blinks
Enlarged pupils = Fear/Anxiety Alert! And Constricted = Feeling Chill. Light drives changes.
Dilated Pupils
Unbroken eye contact signals pending aggressive interaction whereas brief glances conveys curiosity.
The Stare
Heavy-lidded disinterest could mean bored, relaxed, tired or subtly dismissing your advances.
Half-Closed
Ear position matches eye focus direction - forward=interest, sideways=uncertantity, backwards=scared.
Ears Align With Eyes
Some discharge/redness is normal but increased eye irritations need veterinary attention to prevent damage.
Eye Boogers & Redness
Excessive blinking, squinting, unequal pupils or inability to open lids cues potential neurological, vision issues.
Blinking Irregularities