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My 5-week-old Labrador puppy is bumping into walls. Is he blind?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male

hey there my lab is 5 weeks old and not able to see properly..he is still bumping into walls and things. hr can hear and sense well. is it a problem of any sort

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 2nd, 2019

A congenital blindness is suspected in these cases but a physical/ophthalmological examination would be essential to confirm your suspicion. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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