He isn't in pain. I just want to hear from other Spaniel owners about their experience with this eye problem. I don't want to wait too long to get medical help if needed; also don't want to spend huge bucks for unnecessary vet trips. Any tips?
2007-03-18 19:02:00 · 6 answers · asked by C.J.S. 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Hi C.J. S!
Cherry eye is the term used to refer to canine nictitans gland prolapse, a common eye condition in various dog breeds where the gland of the third eyelid prolapses and becomes visible. It appears as a red mass in the inner corner of the eye, and is sometimes mistaken for a tumor. The eye becomes chronically inflamed and there is often a discharge. Because the gland is responsible for about 30% of the eye's tear production, the eye can eventually suffer from dryness (keratoconjunctivitis sicca). The condition generally occurs before the age of two years.[From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia]
Surgery is the usual treatment. Treatment of cherry eye is very straightforward and consists of surgically repositioning the gland. Topical or injectable treatments of antibiotics and steroids are rarely effective in reducing the gland and allowing for correction without surgery. Because the exposed gland is at greater risk for further trauma or infection, prompt surgical replacement is the best choice. Older methods of cherry eye correction (before the gland's purpose was known) involved simply removing the gland, but this is a last-resort procedure today, and necessitates the use of eyedrops for the rest of the animal's life. Modern methods of cherry eye correction involve repositioning of the gland to its normal location. The success rate of this type of surgery is around 80% in most breeds.
Jason Homan
2007-03-18 19:57:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it will not go away on it's own. We had a Cocker Spaniel and he had "cherry eye" in both his eyes. We found him abandoned on the side of the road as a puppy. The vet said that it would eventually obstruct his vision. We were fortunate enough to find another vet that did the procedure for about $100.00. He was good as new after that. This was in San Antonio, TX. I don't know where you are at so I don't know what it will cost you. Call and get prices from different vets. Good luck!
2007-03-18 19:18:05 · answer #2 · answered by Debbie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cherry eye is an infection and a very necessary trip to your DVM asap unless you want to be a guide human for a blind dog. Spreads rather quickly too if not taken care of and it is uncomfortable for the dog. Have seen this only in Spaniels in kennels or shelters.
2007-03-18 19:47:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Cherry eye is caused by the third eyelid protruding out of place. It's very straight forward surgery, only takes a couple of stitches to correct the condition. And shouldn't be very costly.
Once corrected, it is perfectly fine, no further care needed.
2007-03-19 00:51:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always have had cocker spaniels-- I'm on my 4th- and the only experience I have had with cherry eyes is that the vet needs to do surgery on them -- and the redness of the gland is due to infection.....sorry, but your baby needs to see the vet.........
good luck to you and your puppy.............oh, you can google
2007-03-18 19:37:16 · answer #5 · answered by mac 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
that means something bad in a human baby but call the animal control for ideas on getting a free consultation
2007-03-18 19:11:54 · answer #6 · answered by know it all 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋