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

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.

Hello, sorry to hear about Blue. Some causes of eye infections can be bacteria (typically gram positive organisms) most commonly. Occasionally, dry eye may cause reddening of the eye without an actual infection. Other causes of a red eye include a superficial ulcer or even uveitis or glaucoma which are both more severe. However, if both of your dogs have it, I would be most suspicious of an infectious process. Most corneal ulcers and pink eyes may resolve on their own, however, some may need a topical antibiotic like the one you were previously prescribed. If Blue's eye is not better by tomorrow, then I would definitely have him evaluated by a veterinarian. Hope this helps and best of luck.

These symptoms can be associated with conjunctivitis, cornea abrasion or ulcer, ophthalmic foreign body, allergies, glaucoma, etc. I would recommend having Cooper examined by a vet soon, since some eye issues can get worse incredibly quickly.