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My dog has a cloudy eye and discharge. What if I can't afford a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 3 years and 5 months old

my darling english staffordshire has had discharge from her eye couple months ago that cimes anf goes, then noticed this morning she has a cloudy eye. cant afford to takeher to vet is problem

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on October 6th, 2017

Yes, this is a serious problem and Bunya has to see a vet immediately. The cloudy eye can indicate reduced transparency with either the cornea, the fluid media in the eye, or the lens. Leaving this untreated can lead to permanent vision loss. To prevent this, she has to see a vet now. Any eye problem should be considered an emergency because of the important of the eye and its delicate nature. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford the vet, if your vet will accept payment plants, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Vet Pay. https://www.vetpay.com.au

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