My dog is twitching, has a runny eye on one side, and avoids touch.

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My dog is having jerking episodes and his eye is runny on the same side. He's eating fine. Doesn't want you to pet him on that side.

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor pup! These are somewhat unusual symptoms, so it's hard to say for sure what might be causing them. It sounds like he may have a neurologic problem of some kind causing the jerking episodes - some problems that affect the cranial nerves can also cause increased discharge from the eye on the affected side, or drooping of the eyelids. He could also have an eye infection causing the discharge, which may also be making him painful and anxious about being touched on that side of his face. I would recommend taking him to the vet for an exam as soon as you are able to. He/she can do a complete neurologic exam to determine if there are any cranial nerve abnormalities or other problems, and can also examined the eye with a special stain to check for any injuries or infection that may be causing the discharge. Further testing may be needed from there depending on what is found.

My dog is twitching, has a runny eye on one side, and avoids touch.

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