Introduction

Your dog is your best friend and you want to keep him or her healthy. If you notice that your dog’s eyes are red, it’s an important sign that something might be wrong. However, sometimes the cause of red eyes in dogs isn’t serious at all and can be fixed with a simple treatment. In this blog post we’ll cover the most common causes for canine eye problems like conjunctivitis, entropion and more so that if your dog ever suffers from them then you’ll know what to do!

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is a common cause of red eyes in dogs. This condition can be caused by bacteria, allergies, or parasites, and it usually appears in one or both eyes. The most common symptom for this type of eye problem is redness around the white part of your dog’s eye (the sclera) that slowly spreads out from its center toward the outer edges. If your dog has conjunctivitis, he will likely also experience swelling around his eyes and an increase in tear production because of all that extra fluid being produced as his body tries to flush out whatever irritant has entered his system causing inflammation. As mentioned above though, there are many other possible causes for redness in your dog’s eyes besides conjunctivitis:

• Allergies
• Dust mites
• Parasites such as fleas or ticks

Entropion

What is entropion?

Entropion is a condition in which the lid folds inward, causing the eyelashes to rub against the eye. This can lead to corneal irritation and scarring.

How do you know if your dog has entropion?

If your dog squints or winces when they open their eyes, it could be due to entropion. If you see that their lashes are curling inward, this is another sign of entropion. You’ll be able to feel for raised scar tissue on the outside edge of their upper eyelid, just below where it meets with the lower lid (the palpebral conjunctiva).

Corneal ulcer

Corneal ulcer is a painful infection of the cornea, which is the clear outer covering of your dog’s eye. Corneal ulcers are usually caused by trauma to your pet’s eyes, but they can also result from bacterial or fungal infections or immune diseases such as pemphigus vulgaris and atopy.

Symptoms include eye redness (conjunctivitis), squinting, pawing at the eyes, pain when opening and closing his eyes, discharge from one or both eyes (normal for canine conjunctivitis), redness on the sclera (white part) around your dog’s eyeball.

Most corneal ulcers do not require treatment as they will heal on their own over time; however if left untreated they can lead to permanent vision loss in some cases. Treatment usually consists of daily cleaning with sterile saline solutions until all symptoms have resolved; this may take anywhere between 2 weeks up to 3 months depending on how severe it was initially.”

Uveitis

If your dog’s eyes are red and watery, it might be uveitis. This is inflammation of the uvea, which is the middle layer of tissue in your dog’s eye. It can be caused by autoimmune diseases, infections or trauma; some dogs may be born with it.

Symptoms include watering and redness in one or both eyes that may fluctuate depending on environmental exposure (sunlight, wind) or stress levels. Other signs include sensitivity to light and pain when you touch the animal’s face near its eyes (or if you press on them). In severe cases, you might notice that your pet’s pupils have changed shape from round to irregularly shaped (called iridocyclitis).

In most cases treatment consists of giving your dog steroids orally or as eye drops every day for several months–you’ll also want to make sure they don’t have access to any triggers such as pollen or mites so their immune system isn’t over-activated again immediately after treatment stops being administered!

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a disease of the eye that can lead to blindness. It’s caused by increased pressure inside the eye, and it can damage the optic nerve, which sends information from your retina to your brain.

Symptoms of glaucoma include red eyes (which may look like they were rolled in ketchup), dilated pupils, sensitivity to light (also known as photophobia), and changes in vision.

Cataracts

• Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye. This can happen due to age, genetics, or injury. If you notice that your dog’s eyes have become cloudy and they’re having trouble seeing, this could be a sign of cataracts.
• If your dog has cataracts, they may have blurred vision, decreased vision and sensitivity to light. A vet will be able to diagnose whether or not your pup has cataracts by performing an eye exam on them.*

As a dog owner, it’s important to be aware of the potential causes for red eyes.

As a dog owner, it’s important to be aware of the potential causes for red eyes. Red eyes can be a sign of a serious disease. This can make it difficult to determine whether your dog’s eye health is normal or not. If you notice that your dog has red eyes, consult with a veterinarian to help determine where the problem stems from.

Conclusion

Hopefully this blog has helped you better understand the different potential causes for red eyes in your dog. If you notice that your dog’s eyes are red, it is important to take them to a veterinarian right away so they can be examined and treated if needed.