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Why do my dog's gunky eyes keep coming back after treatment?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 8 years and 3 months old | 14.5 lbs

Hi my dog keeps getting gunky eyes when I use the antibiotic drops or gel it goes but within a couple of weeks it has returned My vet has checked her eyes for in turned lashes there aren't any. I also give her piriton daily for allergies Any suggestions please?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 8th, 2019

Has your vet checked the tear production in the eyes? Dry eye (KCS) is very common in Pugs. I suggest that be the next step in testing. ( https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/keratoconjunctivitis-sicca-kcs-or-dry-eye-in-dogs )

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