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My chihuahua has a weeping eye and swollen cheek. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered

our chihuahua has a weeping right eye the cheek below looks swollen not sure what to do

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 10th, 2018

It could be due to a tooth abscess or infection, this is very likely causing both symptoms. i recommend taking Rusty to your vet today in order to have it checked. a dental procedure might be needed to fix this.

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