My dog's eye turned yellow/red and looks like bleeding. Is it urgent?

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My dog had cataracts but could not do the surgery because she was found to have retinal disease- she has her 6mo check up scheduled for Tuesday but today I noticed her left eye which was always worse and completely white, now has a yellow and refinish tint- when the light hits almost looks like bleeding behind- her eyes are watering a lil and she gets squinty when u try to look at it, but and doesn't seem in pain- I am going to call them tomorrow but didn't know if this is something urgent. Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | spayed | 17 years and 10 months old | 8 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about your Pomeranian! If she doesn't seem to be in pain right now then I don't think it is an emergency that needs to be seen tonight. It sounds like she is likely blind already? The only reason to bring her in urgently would be in case there was an issue where vision could be lost if she didn't have urgent treatment (i.e. retinal detachment, severe glaucoma) but from your description, I am guessing her vision is gone so that wouldn't be a concern? If she does become uncomfortable (rubbing eyes, increased watering/squinting, whining, inability to rest) then you may consider a trip to the emergency vet.

My dog's eye turned yellow/red and looks like bleeding. Is it urgent?

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