My dog has red eyes, licks a lot, and a swollen gland. Is it serious?

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Jack Russell bitch age 12. Symptoms running eye/reddish stain for last 3 weeks. Licking anus often but glands ok. Seems a little off colour. Eyes are bloodshot in white area. On examination today found swollen gland in right hind leg. Blood test showed low white cell count. What could be wrong with her? Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 12 years and 6 months old

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

I’m so sorry to hear about Poppy! Red, runny eyes and licking at anus make me think allergies (which can developer at any age). The enlarged lymph node in the leg could be many things: normal, a reaction to a cut in the foot, cancer, or other. Same for the low white cell count. Depending on how low it is, it could be normal for Poppy, or indicate an infection or inflammation. As a side note, be sure she is licking at the anus and not the Vulva. If licking at the vulva I am concerned for: being in heat, UTI, uterine infection (pyometra) or other. Overall, my rule of thumb is “attitude and appetite”. If Poppy is happy, playful, eating, drinking and using the bathroom well, then there is no need to panic immediately, though I would still take her in if not improving in 48 hours. If she is lethargic, not eating, or having any other signs, it’s time to get to the vet more immediately. Hope this helps and best of luck to you and Poppy!

My dog has red eyes, licks a lot, and a swollen gland. Is it serious?

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