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Dog has yellow eye discharge and crust on one eye. Is it an infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | West Highland White Terrier | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 3 months old

His eye has colored (yellowish) discharge and crust on his eyelid of the same color only on 1 eye could this be an infection?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 26th, 2017

Yes, it could be that Fadden has an eye infection. The eye is such a delicate and important structure that any problem with it is considered an emergency. That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. I would take Fadden into a vet now, who can diagnose that he does have an eye infection and can treat him for it.

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    Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

    Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

    Published on

    Poor Fadden! Yes, this definitely sounds like it could be an eye infection. It's also possible that he may have a corneal scratch or ulcer, or other injury to the eye causing this discharge. Eye problems need to be diagnosed and treated promptly, since there is a risk of permanent damage or vision loss the longer it goes without treatment - so it would be best to have Fadden seen by a vet today if possible. If you aren't able to do this, he should be seen tomorrow morning at the latest. Your vet can examine the eye with a special stain to help determine the problem, and will prescribe appropriate medication to treat it depending on what is found.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 18th, 2018

    It sounds as Louie is suffering from an eye infection, it is relatively common in dogs. you will need to take him to the vet the first chance you get, the vet will check the eyes, if it is indeed a simple eye infection your vet will prescribe an antibiotic eye drops that will probably solve the problem in no time.

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