Cats that have this genetic defect have blue eyes about 40% of the time. Due to this genetic aberration, a white cat breed with blue eyes is unfortunately far more likely to be deaf. However, just ...

Unfortunately, this gene is also linked to congenital deafness, particularly in cats with blue eyes. That said, not all white cats with blue eyes are deaf. Still, there’s a significant enough ...

These cats look white as a result of their skin and fur having no pigmentation. The gene that causes a white coat and blue eyes can also be responsible for congenital deafness, though not all ...

Not all white cats are affected, although. “The risk is highest in white cats with blue eyes,” Dr. Smith notes. “White cats with one blue eye may be deaf in only one ear, while those with other eye ...