Check the food you are feeding you pet. Beet products will cause red in tears that stain white fur. In cats, excessive discharge from an infected eye can actually stain light colored fur reddish brown! There are mutliple causes of eye infections in cats, many can be treated, however some are also indications of very serious health concerns and CAN be fatal. The best course of action is to visit your vet as quickly as possible.
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