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Why is my Chihuahua's face swollen and eye watering? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 7 years and 8 months old

My Chihuahuas right side of his face is swollen. It doesn't seem to hurt him but his eye waters. Could this just be a cold? What should I do to bring the swelling down?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 30th, 2017

No this isn't a cold, it is either an injury or a tooth infection, it could also be a face abscess or an allergic reaction. you need to take her to the vet ASAP in order to get it checked and treated.

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