Corneal Ulceration
My pet’s eye is half-closed and there seems to be something in their eye
What is a corneal ulcer?
A corneal ulcer is damage to the corneal surface, which is the thin, clear covering of the eye. The cornea is … Read more
Category: Eye
My Collie is bumping into things and seems to have difficulty with its eye sight
What is Collie eye anomaly?
Collie Eye Anomaly is an inherited condition affecting both eyes of many different Collie type breeds of dogs. Interesting to note, that not only Collie breeds are affected but also some other breeds. Affected breeds … Read more
My cat’s eyes are swollen and teary
What is conjunctivitis?
Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the thin semi-transparent mucous membrane lining the inside of the eyelids, covering the third eyelid. This membrane attaches to the globe of the eye at the level … Read more
There is something wrong with my dog’s eyes
What is “dry eye?”
Keratocunjunctivitis Sicca (KCS) or dry eye as it is commonly known, is a condition found in humans and animals where the eyes do not produce enough tears or moisture for the eyeballs to stay moist and … Read more
My dog has what looks like a red cherry stuck in the corner of its eye
Introduction to cherry eye
A cherry eye is a non-life-threatening condition that occurs in dogs, and less often in some cat breeds. It is an extremely descriptive term, as one can see an oval, bright red swelling in the inside … Read more
My pet injured its eye!
Just like in people, the eye of a dog or cat is a delicate structure that can be affected by a huge number of different conditions. This article will cover trauma to the eyelids, third eyelid and cornea.
Anatomy of … Read more
Proptosis
Proptosis is defined, as the forward displacement of the globe (eyeball) out of the socket, with the eyelids trapped behind the globe.
Proptosis is an ophthalmic emergency. Any suspected trauma to your pet’s eye warrants a visit to your veterinarian … Read more