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My dog got a stick in her eye, now it's watering. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | spayed | 8 years and 7 months old | 70 lbs

My poor Bella got a stick in the eye while atving seems to be bothering her and it's watering more then usual

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 11th, 2018

The stick could have caused a corneal injury. Excessive watery discharge and also squinting is a sign that there is something untoward in the eye, either a foreign body or an injury. You will need to take your dog to a veterinarian ASAP before it gets infected or Bella's vision is damaged. Please call your veterinarian for an out of hours service or the information for an emergency service.

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