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My dog has a red, painful eye. Is it serious and what should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 4 months old | 4 lbs

What is in my dogs eye and what can I do to fix it

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on June 11th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Oh goodness! Poor Paris! Sadly Paris needs to see a Vet for her eye. A painful red eye needs immediate Veterinary care. Possible causes are: a corneal ulcer, infection, allergies, trauma, inflammation or glaucoma. There are specific medications that are safe for the eye and she needs a diagnosis first. I wish you and Paris the best!

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