MSN: How cats use their eyes to get exactly what they want Cats rely heavily on eye contact and subtle facial signals to communicate with the people around them. Small changes in eye shape, blinking, and gaze direction can convey comfort, curiosity, or intent ... Q: My elderly cat’s pupils seem to stay dilated, even in bright light.

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Why? A: In old cats, dilated pupils are often just a sign of a harmless condition called iris atrophy. However, if your cat has ...