What Pet Owners Need To Know About Cat Eye Infections
Key Takeaways It’s common for cats to develop mild eye issues, especially during things like upper respiratory infections. In fact, eye discharge or redness is often one of the first things you’ll notice when something’s off. The good news is that most cat eye infections are manageable, especially when you spot the signs early. Paying […]
Dog Eye Infection Symptoms: How to Spot and Manage Them
Key Takeaways Spotting early symptoms of eye infections can lead to fast and effective treatment for your dog. Some dog breeds are more likely to develop eye infections due to their facial features or tear production. If symptoms are severe or do not get better within 24–48 hours, your veterinarian is the best person to […]
Spotting Signs: How Do You Know if a Kitten is Blind?
Key Takeaways Recognizing the Signs of Kitten Blindness When you’re raising a kitten, you naturally keep an eye on how they grow, play, and explore. If your kitten isn’t reacting the way you expect, you might start wondering about their vision. In this article, you’ll learn what can cause blindness in kittens, how to recognize […]
Caring For A Blind Dog
Key takeaways: Dogs who are blind or losing their vision often adapt far better than we expect. With some thoughtful changes to your home and routines, a blind or visually impaired dog can still enjoy a happy, active life filled with play, discovery, and love. All it takes is a bit of guidance and patience […]
Seeing the World: When Newborn Kittens Open Their Eyes
Key Takeaways When Do Newborn Kittens Open Their Eyes? Your newborn kitten’s first glimpse of the world is an unforgettable moment. These tiny furballs enter the world with their eyes closed, relying entirely on scent and touch to navigate their first days. Naturally, as a pet parent, you might be wondering—when will they finally open […]
Swollen Eyes In Horses: Possible Causes, Treatments, And Prevention
Horses have the largest eyes of all land mammals. Combined with their active outdoor lifestyle, it is no wonder they are prone to eye issues. Those big, beautiful eyes are especially vulnerable to infection, injury, and irritation. When your horse greets you with swelling in one or both eyes, it is crucial to distinguish between […]
Common Eye Problems in Horses
Your horse’s vision is the primary way they take in their surroundings and navigate their environment. Loss of eyesight is one of the most common reasons for the premature end of a horse’s riding, working, or competitive career. Squinting, watery eyes, swelling, redness, discoloration to any part of the eye, and sensitivity to sunlight are […]
What Dog Parents Should Know About Glaucoma in Dogs
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in dogs and cats. It affects around 1-2% of dogs, and though it’s less common in cats, it affects our feline friends too. In honor of National Glaucoma Awareness Month, learn how this painful eye condition affects pets and how you can protect […]
Why Do Senior Dogs Start To Go Blind?
Why Do Senior Dogs Start To Go Blind? As dogs get older, they become more likely to suffer from vision loss. Partial vision loss, changes to the outward appearance of the eye, and blindness can often be attributed to aging as well as age-related chronic health issues like diabetes. In honor of National Senior […]
Tear Stains In Dogs
Does your pet have crusty deposits under their eyes that keep coming back? Tear stains are the bane of every pet owner with a white or light-colored cat or small dog. With a few easy changes, you can minimize those stubborn streaks. Why Do Pets Get Tear Stains? In most mammals, tears keep the surface […]
How To Administer Eye Drops To Dogs
Administering eye drops to dogs and cats can be tricky. If you struggle with keeping your pet still, you may find it hard to make sure the medication actually enters their eyes without wasting it. Use these tips to quickly and easily give your pet eye drops. How To Give Your Pet Eye Drops Before […]
Could It Be Glaucoma or Cataracts? 5 Warning Signs of Eye Issues In Dogs
As your pet gets older, they become at greater risk for developing degenerative eye issues like glaucoma and cataracts. Eye issues can cause changes in the outward appearance of the eye, plus behavioral changes that can denote vision loss, pain or irritation. Learn what signs to look for and what steps you can take if […]
Are Dogs Colorblind?
For years, if not decades, it has been accepted that dogs see the world in black, white, and varying shades of gray. According to new studies, that isn’t the case. While it is true that dogs cannot see the same colors as humans do, they are most definitely not blind to all the colors on […]
How to Treat Common Eye Problems in Dogs
Eye problems in dogs are common. Symptoms vary and may include eye redness, swelling, change in color, discharge changing from yellow to green or white, and a change in consistency of eye discharge. Eyes may appear painful with light sensitivity and reluctance to open. The eyelids may have crust and discharge, and in severe cases […]
Preventive Eye Care for Dogs
Pet guardians should be proactive when it comes to caring for their pet’s eyes, especially to prevent traumatic injuries and secondary infections. Periodically examining your pet’s eyes at home is an important first step. Place your pet in a brightly lit room and look into his or her eyes. The area surrounding the eyeball, known […]