Eye Irritation
by Alta Ellis
I've tried eye antibiotics and they still get goopy. Does anyone have any idea of what this is and how I should treat it? Reply from Pauline (Web Owner) Where the discharge is runny and watery, it's possible that the discharge is allergy related, ie pollen, or other air-born particles. If your dog's eyes are crusty, he may have an eye infection or a condition such as conjunctivitis or dry eye. Conjunctivitis is a fairly common eye problem in dogs and is sometimes referred to as pinkeye. It's where the inside of the eyelid becomes inflamed, causing the eyes to weep or itch, and a yellow, grey or green discharge may form a crust over the eye. The best thing to do if you believe your dog has an eye infection is to see your vet, however, there are some things you can do to keep infection at bay, and/or relieve any discomfort from an existing infection. Keeping your dog's eyes clean is the first step. Depending upon the severity of the problem, you may need to clean your dog's eyes up to three times a day. Use cotton wool soaked in either a saline solution (half a teaspoon of salt disolved in one cup of distilled water), normal distilled water or, if your dog's eyes are dry, olive oil. Gently wipe across your dog's eyes from the inside out. Use a clean one for each eye to avoid cross infection and be very careful not to scratch or tough your dog's eyeball. Learn more about dog eye problems and what to do about them. Eye problems in dogs can also be an indication of an underlying illness so it's important that you consult your vet if your dog develops any eye infections. Cocker Spaniel Questions And Answers Return to About Cocker Spaniels - Homepage |