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My dog's eye is turning white. Is she losing vision or going blind?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 100 lbs

My dog eye is turning white is she blind

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 3rd, 2017

Poor Roxy! This whiteness of her eye could be caused by a severe eye infection, injury to her eye, cataracts, or glaucoma. I would have seen by a vet immediately. 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 permanent vision loss. I would take Roxy into an ER vet or find a vet on call to see her now so her eye can be examined, diagnosed, and treated.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 13th, 2017

    She could have sclerosis of her lens, cataract, glaucoma, infection, etc. Have your vet take a look at her to diagnose and determine if treatment is needed. Without an examination, it is hard to know the cause and if it is affecting her vision. Call your vet and schedule an appointment.

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