We're adopting a kitty!!!
But, it appears that she likely has conjunctivitis in one eye. I say appears, because Mojo is one crazy little kitty and likes to play in her litter, especially when it's a brand new clean litterbox. She flings litter, and chases her tail, and does all kinds of crazy things!
So, the reality is that they aren't sure if it's an irritation due to her getting dirt/litter in her eye, or if it's conjunctivitis. Going on the safe side, the rescue is sending her home with a full course of treatment for conjunctivitis (ointment). We are planning on keeping her completely isolated in the computer room/office for a full week while we complete the treatment. (This will work well for introductions, too.)
Here are my questions: If it is conjunctivitis, what can we look for to know that it is cleared up before opening up the door to the screen door for the next phase of introductions? How contageous is it? Should we be OK with keeping her behind closed doors and making sure to wash our hands after interacting with her?
But, it appears that she likely has conjunctivitis in one eye. I say appears, because Mojo is one crazy little kitty and likes to play in her litter, especially when it's a brand new clean litterbox. She flings litter, and chases her tail, and does all kinds of crazy things!
Here are my questions: If it is conjunctivitis, what can we look for to know that it is cleared up before opening up the door to the screen door for the next phase of introductions? How contageous is it? Should we be OK with keeping her behind closed doors and making sure to wash our hands after interacting with her?