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My dog's eye is swollen, white part bulging. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 75 lbs

My dog's eye has been swallow. white portion of his eye bulge out now what can I do

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on March 28th, 2019

I would recommend a check up by your vet - it looks like the third eyelid is inflamed (common with viral infections) and may be developing a cherry eye. In the meantime, bathing with sterile saline eye wash may help keep the eye fresh and clean and reduce any discomfort

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    Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 5th, 2019

    Hi, I would recommend to have KiB checked over. It can be risky to leave eye conditions untreated as they could cost your dog’s eyesight ! He could have an ulcer and have rubbed his eye a lot causing the conjunctiva to swell and appear white. He could also have a foreign body, such as thorn or something tiny, therefore please have him checked over !

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