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Dog Eye Problems can occur at any time. You should pay close attention to your dog’s eyes just as you would their teeth, so that you can catch any possible infections or injuries immediately and have them treated.
Dogs are vulnerable to several diseases and possible injuries due to the structure of their eyes. Always keep watch for signs of discharge, squinting, cloudiness, irritation and redness, or Swelling. If your dog starts to bump into furniture, this could be a sign of vision loss.
The most common canine Eye Problems usually stem from the following:
* Cataracts - an opacity of the lens
* Cherry Eye - the dog’s third eyelid’s tear gland protrudes outward
* Conjunctivitis - an Inflammation of the membrane that lines your dog’s eyelids and the front of the sclera
* Entropion - eyelids are turn inward which causes the eyelashes to scratch the cornea
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How do I know whether my pet has an Eye Infection?
Common signs and symptoms of Eye Infection in pets include:
* Squinting of the eyes
* Watery or mucoid discharge
* Red or swollen conjunctiva (the pink part just inside the eyelids)
* The iris (colored part of the eye) may also appear dull or cloudy
What causes Eye Infections in pets?
Infections of the eye and surrounding structures are common in pets and usually involve the conjunctiva, leading to Conjunctivitis or pink eye. Causes of infections include various bacteria, viruses like the Herpes virus, foreign material or irritants in the eye and even Lyme Disease. Eye Infections may become chronic if not treated and can cause permanent damage if neglected.
Conventional treatment usually involves aspirin, corticosteroids, or other anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief - as well as eye drops or ointments and topical or oral antibiotics.
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