Why can’t the dog’s eyes be opened?

What’s the matter with the redness of the dog’s eyes?

One , What is the reason why dogs can’t open their eyes

1. Bacterial and fungal infections

2. Congenital lacrimal gland blockage

3. Intake too much spicy, Foods with too high salt content

4. Trichiasis is too long to stab the eyes

Note: If the dog’s eye feces are yellow-green, the owner should pay attention, if it is accompanied by diarrhea and fever symptoms, it is most likely caused by parvovirus!

Conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease in dogs, and more than 70% of dogs suffer from conjunctivitis.

The dog showed conjunctival congestion, corneal flushing, and increased eye mucus

Second, some suggestions for the treatment of conjunctivitis

1. Clean up eye secretions: It is necessary to regularly clean the secretions around the eyes with water or special disinfectant for dogs to prevent secondary infection.

2. Drops of special eye drops

: eye drops for dogs can quickly reduce inflammation, and it can be instilled several times a day, and the recovery is faster

But you need to pay attention when you drop it, don’t put it on the eyeball Drops need to be placed on the white of the eyes, because the dog’s eyes are relatively fragile.

3. Shearing: Dog eyelashes will be generated irregularly, so the barbs will stab the eyes, causing discomfort to the dog’s eyes and causing conjunctivitis infection. It is best to check the dog eyelashes frequently to remove excess Irregular hairs can be trimmed clean.

However, it is best to use eye drops for dogs to reduce inflammation.

Dog conjunctivitis must be taken seriously. Improper handling will lead to more serious keratitis and eventually blindness.

Three, how to prevent conjunctivitis in dogs 

1. When going out, pay more attention to prevent various foreign objects such as insects, dust, fur, etc. from falling into the conjunctiva, the dog will blink frequently If you scratch your eyes or your limbs, please remove the foreign body in time. If the dog is too long trichiasis, regular trimming and can prevent.

2. When bathing the dog, pay attention to the water flow and the body wash should be avoided around the eyes. Avoid setting off firecrackers and spraying pesticides around dogs.

3. When the dog suffers from canine distemper, canine infectious hepatitis, dacryocystitis, nasolacrimal duct obstruction and other diseases, it should be treated in time. At the same time, keep the eyes clean and clean the dog regularly. Mucus around the eyes.

 If pet owners are still unable to determine the cause or treatment, it is recommended to go to the pet hospital for a face-to-face consultation. Dog conjunctivitis treatment is urgent! !

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