The Little Fire Ant infestation on Hawai‘i Island may be hurting dogs and cats. Reports say that bites from the ants may be causing a clouding of the eyes of pets, sometimes leading to partial blindness. Animal advocates say the condition is called tropical keratopathy and is found in tropical and semi-tropical places, especially where there are Little Fire Ants. While the link has not been proven, advocates say more research is needed.