Why does my dog have a brown spot on the white of his eye and is it normal?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 9 months old | 23 lbs
I've just noticed a brown spot on the white of my dogs eye, he isn't in pain and it doesn't bother him I don't know how long it has been there as it isn't in a obvious place
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Published on June 24th, 2018
Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. In pugs, this is a normal thing to see. There is increased pigmentation (melanin) deposited on the eye. Pugs can develop pigmentary keratitis, in which a dark film develops over the eye itself. This does not cause any pain and unfortunately there is nothing you can do to make this go away or slow down the progression. If the eye becomes irritated, you can use steroid drops. Something that a vet would need to prescribe Dexter after examining him. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.
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Published on August 11th, 2018
If the brown area is on the sclera only and does not affect the cornea at all it is probably normal pigment and nothing to be concerned about. This is common in brachycephalic breeds. The discharge could be from irritation caused by hairs rubbing near the eye, a blocked tear duct, conjunctivitis, or even dry eye or a corneal ulcer. If the eye seems at all red or irritated I would recommend seeing a veterinarian as soon as you can. Otherwise it is probably okay to continue to monitor as long as it is a small amount of clear discharge.
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Published on February 15th, 2018
Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. These brown spots are likely from her eyes draining. This breed is known for tear staining and this can become a common thing to see. It does not cause them any harm bit can be unsightly for some dog owners. Products such as Ocubright and Angel Eyes can help decrease the staining. If she is rubbing her eyes or her eyes look red, the brown spots could be from an eye infection, and I would recommend that you have her examined by a veterinarian to see what the cause is of the eyes are irritated. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.
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Published on November 3rd, 2016
This needs to be examined by your veterinarian as this could be a tumor, Another condition that can cause this is Keratitis sicca or dry eye, which is quite common in Shih Tzus. Both conditions need urgent care, so please see your veterinarian ASAP.
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