Pure White Cats Deaf

Not all but some solid white cat breeds have a genetic mutation which causes deafness in both ears.

Pure white cats deaf. 30-40 had one blue eye and were deaf while 60-70 had one blue eye and normal hearing. White Kitten with Blue Eyes DeafnessBlindness White kitten with blue eyes are often be associated with blindness and deafness. 7 of white cats with yellow eyes were deaf.

5 of the general cat population is white cats ie. Deafness is more likely to occur in white cats with blue eyes. And 65 to 85 percent of white cats with two blue eyes were deaf.

Speculation around white cats and their higher likeliness for developing hearing issues has been officially studied as early as 1868. Deafness doesnt shorten their lifespan but an outdoor cat is extremely vulnerable to the elements. Usually pure white cats can have the risk of deafness skin disorder and poor vision.

Deafness in white cats typically is a genetic condition resulting from the dominant white gene commonly referred to as the W gene. Eye color in white cats also relates to the potential for deafness. No longer being afraid of the vacuum cleaner or other loud appliances.

White cats with blue eyes are usually deaf. Researchers found that only 17 to 22 percent of white cats with non-blue eyes are born deaf. A failure to respond when spoken to or called.

20-40 have normal hearing. When cats with the W gene are bred the resulting litters have the chance to inherit faulty hearing. Signs of dizziness or disorientation.