Why is my dog's eye droopy and closing? Is it a serious issue?

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My dog’s right eye seems droopy & as if the eyeball is being pushed sideways toward the outer edge of her face. She’s starting to keep it closed sometimes. Should I be worried about a tumor or something? Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 8 years and 10 months old | 60 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be due to an eye injury or conditions such as a corneal laceration, corneal ulcer, conjunctivitis, dry eye (also known as KCS), among many other conditions. I highly recommend that you have Shadow evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Further therapy would be based on the findings. Good luck and best wishes!

Why is my dog's eye droopy and closing? Is it a serious issue?

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