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My dog has watery eyes and is less playful. Normal or concerning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 16 days old | 15 lbs

what to do if my dog has a watery eyes but he's fine. Sometimes he is not in the mood to play like he used to.

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Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2017

Hello. If the eyes are watery sometimes with just a clear discharge, this is ok. This can be normal. If the eyes are red, or the discharge is yellow or cream or green then there is likely an infection that needs medications. Puppies sometimes like to sleep and not play, so if Popey is normal most of the day and sometimes not as playful then I would not worry, however if he is continually more lethargic he could have a virus, and you should get him checked by a vet. Good luck with Popey!

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