If you see tearing, discharge, tear-stained fur, cloudiness, a visible third eyelid, closed or squinted eyes, or pupils of unequal size, something could be wrong. It's time to give your vet a call.
When should you take your dog to the vet for their eyes?
If your dog has colored green eye discharge, yellow eye discharge or another colored eye discharge, schedule a vet appointment immediately. Other signs of a potential problem include squinting, a red-looking eye, or if your dog is rubbing or pawing at his eye.
How do you know if something is wrong with your dog's eyes?
Warning signs of an ophthalmic problem include squinting and discomfort exhibited by rubbing at the eyes. Some types of eye pain (for example from high pressure) can cause lethargy and decreased appetite. Redness, tearing or excessive discharge, cloudiness or vision loss are also signs something is wrong.
What does a dog eye infection look like?
Symptoms of Eye Infections in Dogs Redness of the eye or surrounding the eye. Swelling around eye. Watery discharge or tearing. Thick, smelly discharge.
What could be wrong with my dogs eyes?
It is common with many eye diseases, including allergy, infection, corneal ulcer, chronic dry eye, and glaucoma. It can also be associated with painful eyelid afflictions, such as entropion, tumors, and skin infections. Take your dog to the vet if you see them squinting.
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