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My dog has a sudden eye infection after an ear infection. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 8 years and 9 months old | 59 lbs

Hi! My dog suddenly developed a double eye infection after curing her double ear infection. What should I do?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 6th, 2017

I would take Shay into a vet now. Any eye infection should be considered an emergency, as leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. The vet can prescribe an antibiotic eye ointment to treat the infection.

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