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My dog's eye is bloody after injury. Does she need a vet immediately?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | spayed | 4 years and 1 month old | 20 lbs

My dog got hit in the eye and now her eye is surrounded by blood. Do i need to take her to the vet asap?

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2017

It appears she has black eye. It is safest to have her check by a vet to make sure there are no scratches on the eye and it can still close completely to prevent a dry eye. They may also be able to prescribe pain medication

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