Why are my dog's eyes red, watery, and he keeps pawing at them?

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I have a flat coated retriever. Both eyes have become reddened with a clear discharge. He on occasion will try to paw at his eyes. Appears like the lower lid is more visible. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Flat-Coated Retriever | Male | neutered | 9 years and 8 months old | 80 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Blue! It sounds like he has an eye infection. It's important to have any eye infection examined and treated promptly, as untreated eye infections can lead to vision loss. I would take him into a vet now for an exam. The vet can confirm the eye infection, and can give him an antibiotic eye ointment to treat it.

Why are my dog's eyes red, watery, and he keeps pawing at them?

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