What should I do if my dog’s eyes are swollen?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

What should I do if my dog’s eyes are swollen?
If the swelling is caused by a mosquito bite, you need to use disinfection, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs on the bite area, and it will usually recover in 3-5 days. If it is caused by eye diseases, such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc., you need to clean the dog's eyes with saline first, and then give the pet special anti-inflammatory and antibacterial eye drops.

Swollen eyes in dogs may also be caused by parasite infection. Some external parasites bite the dog's eyes and cause them to swell. If this is the case, the owner needs to deworm the dog regularly.

During the treatment period, it is recommended that the dog wear an Elizabethan collar to prevent the dog from scratching its eyes due to eye discomfort. There are many factors that cause swollen eyes in dogs. Owners need to determine the cause of swollen eyes in dogs and then treat them.