When was the last time you saw a completely white cat? If you’re struggling to answer, that’s normal. Just like blue eyes, all-white fur is rare in cats. The genetics behind the patterns and colors of ...

Cat eye color is determined by the amount and distribution of melanin in the iris (the colored part of the eye). While brown eyes have a lot of melanin, blue eyes contain very little.

I’ve also seen white cats with green eyes or gold eyes who are also deaf. Certainly, if you have or see a white cat with blue eyes, I’d check for deafness, but don’t expect it because it’s ...