- The eyes of animals are very sensitive and are susceptible to many different diseases: cataracts, corneal ulcers, inflammation (infection), in-growing eyelids, injuries, irritation, prolapse of the third eyelid, and Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Symptoms are avoiding light, bulging eyes, keeping eyes closed, cloudy appearance, discharge, constant tears, redness, swelling, rubbing eye with paws or on carpet and furniture
- It is important to seek professional care for infections and other eye issues, because surgery is often needed to repair or fix the problem when medication will not work