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My pug has brown spots on her eyes. What causes them and how to treat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 5 years and 3 months old

i have a female pug. 6 years old going 7. She has some brown spots occuring in both eyes, amd its getting worse, almost covering the whole eye. what medicine is best for it and why? Side effects ?? Thank you

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on January 22nd, 2018

A thorough ocular exam is needed in these cases to define the problem. However, most common is pigmentary keratitis, or exposure keratitis. This is not usually reversing, However use of a steroid called dexamethasone can be somewhat helpful. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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