Can a dog eye injury heal on its own? In some cases, yes. Certain injuries like corneal ulcers or scratches may heal on their own, but they still need to be assessed by a vet. If an infection develops, or there is foreign material like a grass seed still lodged within the eye, the consequences can be severe.
How long does it take for a dog's eye to heal?
Corneal abrasions generally heal within three to five days. Medication is used to prevent bacterial infections (ophthalmic antibiotic drops or ointment) and to relieve spasm and pain (ophthalmic atropine drops or ointment).
How do you treat an injured dog eye?
A simple injury may be treated with an e-collar to prevent your dog from rubbing the injured eye, and prescription antibiotics or drops. In some cases, if your dog is suffering from a severe eye issue, surgery may be required in order to repair your dog's eye and preserve your pet's eyesight.
What should I do if my dog gets hit in the eye?
Monitor for scratching or pawing, excess weeping or tearing, redness, swelling or squinting. If any of these symptoms are noted, he needs to see a vet as soon as possible to diagnose and treat a potential eye injury. Put an e-collar on him until he goes to the doctor.
What are the symptoms of a serious eye injury?
- Ongoing pain in the eye.
- Trouble seeing.
- Cut or torn eyelid.
- One eye does not move as well as the other.
- One eye sticks out of the eye socket farther than the other.
- The eye has an unusual pupil size or shape.
- There is blood in the clear part of the eye.