Eye diseases in dogs
Veterinary practice encounters a wide variety of eye diseases in dogs. We've compiled a list of most of them, including their types, symptoms, treatments, and prevention methods.
When your pet's eyes are watery or pus accumulates in the corners (or even yellow crusts after sleep), it's time to pay attention to your beloved whiskered companion's health. Eyes are often the first to react to any infection. While conjunctivitis can sometimes develop as a primary eye condition in dogs, most often conjunctival inflammation is a consequence of another illness (such as allergies, colds, distemper, respiratory diseases, etc.).
Besides conjunctivitis, there are other eye diseases in dogs: keratitis, panophthalmitis, entropion, inflammation of the third eyelid, corneal ulcers, iritis, cataracts, glaucoma, corneal abrasions, and others. Many breeds have a genetic predisposition to such diseases. Therefore, if you've acquired a pet, try to learn as much as possible about it: the breed itself, its susceptibility to disease, various ailments (infectious, non-infectious, parasitic, etc.), and their symptoms.
If you don't seek help promptly, "common" conjunctivitis can progress to keratitis, which can lead to blindness. While there are plenty of eye drops and ointments available, dogs can develop various illnesses, requiring specific treatments. It's always important to address the underlying cause, and your pet's eyes will improve.
