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If you see any signs of an eye injury you should
always take your pet to a veterinarian as soon as
possible. Some at home first aid steps to keep in
mind are:
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If the eye is out of the socket do not try to push
it back in
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If something is penetrating into the eye do not
try to remove it, bandage the eye if possible
»
If you think there is a foreign body in the eye,
that is not penetrating into the eye, you can try
flushing it out with tepid water or by using a damp
swab to remove it
»
If the dog's eye has been exposed to chemicals
or irritants flush the eye with running water for
at least ten minutes
»
If the eye is swollen or bruised applying
a cold compress for ten minutes may help
reduce swelling
»
Always try to keep the dog from rubbing the eye
(use an elizabethan collar if you have one)
All eye injuries or conditions should be seen
by a veterinarian as soon as possible to avoid
permanent damage, blindness or loss of the eye.
Penetrating eye injuries or the eye being out of
the socket are emergencies and must be treated
immediately by a vet.
Eye injuries are common in dogs and even
the slightest damage to the eye can lead to
permanent scarring and even blindness.
Most eye injuries are caused by a trauma to
the eye, such as banging the eye or face, a
scratch to the eye, a foreign body in the eye or
a penetrating injury. Contact with a chemical or
harmful substance can also cause irritation and
eye damage. Other medical conditions such as
dry eye, poor tear production, abnormal eyelash
growth, inverted eyelids or eye infections can
also result in eye problems and cause permanent
damage if not treated.
Eye conditions can be very painful and should
be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible.
Signs of an eye condition or injury to be aware
of include:
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Squinting
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Inability to open eye
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Eye discharge
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Excessive tears / eye weeping
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Rubbing or pawing at the face
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Swelling of the eye or around the eye
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Rapid blinking
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Bloody or bloodshot eyes
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Cloudiness of the eye
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Distorted pupil
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Avoiding bright lights
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General pain or discomfort
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