Yes, cats can get pink eye, which is medically known as conjunctivitis. It is a common eye condition in cats that involves inflammation of the conjunctiva, the tissue lining the eyelids and covering the eye. This condition can affect one or both eyes and often causes redness, swelling, discharge, frequent blinking, and discomfort for the cat.

Causes of pink eye in cats include viral infections such as feline herpesvirus and calicivirus, bacterial infections like Chlamydia felis, allergens, eye trauma, and underlying health conditions. Younger cats and purebreds are more susceptible, and it can sometimes be recurrent due to chronic underlying issues.

Symptoms to watch for include red or swollen eye tissue, eye discharge (clear or colored), excessive blinking or squinting, pawing at the eyes, and sometimes associated respiratory symptoms like sneezing. Treatment depends on the cause and may involve antiviral or antibiotic medications, anti- inflammatory drugs, or removal of allergens. A veterinary diagnosis and treatment plan are essential.