Have you ever wondered why Siamese cats have blue eyes? This distinct trait is caused by a special genetic allelle that is associated with a form of albinism, making the breed temperature-sensitive albinos. This is the same gene that is responsible for the pointed hair coats of Burmese, Tonkinese, and Himalayan cats. The influence of the gene extends to the eye color of Siamese cats. The iris of the eye has 2 layers--the stroma and the epithelium-- that determines the color of a cat’s eyes. In most cats, the color cells are scattered throughout both layers of the iris. In cats with blue eyes, such as Siamese or Burmese, their stroma. However, in Siamese cats, the pigment is absent in both the stroma and epithemial layers of the iris.
Any problem affecting your pet’s eyes should warrant an appointment with your animal hospital New Orleans, LA sooner rather than later.
