The day before Christmas Eve, my hubby took 1 yr old dog to groomer for nail clippings. Dog came home and was bleeding on foot. Called my vet, she said to dip in flour. Did that, dog ok. Turned out not to be the nails, but his pad was cut. Then later that day, his eye (on the same side as the cut pad) was bloodshot. Really bloodshot. Also, this morning, I noticed that that particular pupil is dilated. What's wrong with my puppy? He has had all of his shots, and isn't around other dogs. We do tie him up occasionally outside while we are home for him to get fresh air, but otherwise, he is an inside dog.
2006-12-28 06:41:39 · 13 answers · asked by partyladyc 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
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2006-12-28 06:44:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bloodshot eyes are a common occurrence for the simple reason that dogs and cats are energetic, curious creatures that approach the world headfirst. They don't always have time to duck or blink when running face-first through high grass, under branches, or under the bed. Even a little scratch or irritation in the eye can cause major redness in their eyes, not just for an hour or two, but sometimes for a few days.
There is another reason dogs can get bloodshot eyes. Unlike people, dogs and cats have third eyelids, which are designed to protect the eyes from foreign objects. Sometimes, bits of wood or other debris get trapped under the lid, making the eye sore and irritated. A foreign body in the eye is the most common cause of bloodshot eyes. In fact, when only one eye is bloodshot, you should suspect that's the cause.
When both eyes are bloodshot, however, you can be pretty sure that something is happening elsewhere in the body. Pets with allergies, for example, will sometimes get watery red eyes. High blood pressure or conjunctivitis (caused by a virus or bacteria) may be the blame. Other serious problems such as glaucoma or tumors can cause bloodshot eyes.
2006-12-28 06:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by Majic Mitch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt reccommend sending your dog to a parlour- most of these trips can be very traumatic for the animals and a lot of parlours dont really know what they are doing and dont have the animals welfare at heart (as you may notice from the clipped pad- how does an experienced groomer manage that?)
Your vet can show u the proper way to clip your dogs nails- if u do it it will be less stressfull for him.
As for the eye, if it doesnt improve in a day or two, or if it gets worse (pus, swelling, or if your dog looks very ill) then take him to the vet.
2006-12-28 07:59:50 · answer #3 · answered by <3 <3 <3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they got shampoo or water in the eyes that could be the cause of the redness. Most groomers use an eye ointment in the eye before they bathe to protect the eye from shampoo burns; depending on what they used; ie: Atropine will dilate they eye, that could be the cause but I think if the eye is still red and the pupil dilated I would take him in to your vet. for a check and find out if the groomer used any eye ointment before you go.
2006-12-28 07:22:23 · answer #4 · answered by Suz CVT 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never go to that groomer again.
If all of these strange things happened after you went there, there might have been an episode you were not told about. Maybe a clipped toe nail went into his eye. or they gave him something.
All dogs who are not used to grooming fight tooth and "nail" esp when getting their nails done. Maybe they put a muzzle on that was too big or too small and it had rubbed on his eyes. Or they sedated him.
2006-12-28 06:53:28 · answer #5 · answered by QuiteNewHere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yikes. Never use that groomer again.
It sounds like he may have an infection, possibly from the cut on his paw. I think it would be best to make a vet visit.
2006-12-28 06:44:12 · answer #6 · answered by Emmy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get him to the vet soon. I took mine to the vet for a follow up and because he does have problems with his sight (I knew this when I decided on him) she noticed a red spot on the white of his good eye, did a dye test and gave me a perscription for artificial tears gel for dogs. It is working like a charm his eye is already better. If you baby does need artifical tears get them from the vet and not one for humans from the store.
2006-12-28 06:53:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to find out what the groomer was smoking in the shop.
2006-12-28 06:43:52 · answer #8 · answered by Rowdy Yayhoot 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get some artifiacial tears at the store & use on the dog.I wouldnt go back to that place again.
2006-12-28 06:43:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is really sad:( I think you should tell your vet about it. if you don't it might get worse.....i hope he gets better!
2006-12-28 07:12:10 · answer #10 · answered by pinkyaditi110 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋