Pet Eye Infections

Pet eye infections can be especially worrisome for pet owners. Clinton Hill Animal Clinic understands how disconcerting these particular types of infections can be for Brooklyn pet owners. Our veterinarian and staff are here to help with your questions and concerns and to provide attentive care when these concerns arise.

Signs Your Pet May Have an Eye Infection

Symptoms of eye infections are somewhat different for cats and dogs. Understanding the needs of your specific pet can help identify possible problems quickly so that you can get the appropriate care.

Dog Eye Infection Symptoms

Symptoms of eye infections in dogs may include one or more of the following:

• Redness.
• Swelling.
• Discharge (may be watery or thick and is often smelly).
• Pawing at eyes.
• Holding eye(s) closed.
• Blinking frequently.
• Squinting.

Your dog may also appear to suffer from light sensitivity if it has an eye infection. The thing to remember is that you know your pet best. If your pet is behaving oddly, it’s almost always a good idea to visit your veterinarian to see what’s going on.

Cat Eye Infection Symptoms

The following symptoms of common indications your cat may be dealing with an eye infection:

• Sneezing.
• Redness.
• Winking excessively.
• Pawing at eyes.
• Discharge (may be clear, green, or yellow).
• The third eyelid appears inflamed and covers part of the eye.

Once again, your cat may experience one or more of these symptoms or show no obvious symptoms. You know your cat best and will need to determine when it is appropriate to seek veterinarian intervention.

There are quite a few eye conditions that can lead to eye infections and chronic eye infections for your pet can lead to vision problems and even blindness. It is important to take care of them as early as possible with appropriate veterinary care and that you follow the prescribed treatment and preventative steps your vet recommends. Whether your pet is experiencing simple allergies that lead to inflammation and pet eye infections or dealing with a more serious condition, seeking help early in the process can eliminate some of the more severe outcomes of an untreated eye infection.

Clinton Hill Animal Clinic in Brooklyn understands that your pets are family. We offer a wide range of treatment options for eye infections along with preventative pet medicine, senior pet care, internal medicine, skin disorder treatments, and education for pet owners about how to best care for your pets throughout their life cycles. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to discuss your concerns about your pet’s eye health.