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What's this white goo in my puppy's eye? Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rough Collie | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 11 days old | 15 lbs

Hello: This morning I noticed white goo in my puppy’s eye. I tried to wipe it (but he hates it when I try to wipe his face) before taking the photo attached. He always has a little dark crust in the corner of his eye but that’s normal for him- this clearly isn’t. He is acting perfectly normal and happy as always. Should I be very concerned? Should I take him to the vet ASAP?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 2nd, 2019

If he is squinting the eye like it is painful or sensitive to light, he should see a vet. If not, I think you should try this eye gel in his eye twice a day for a week or so to see if the discharge will stop. You may be able to buy it at your local Petco but if not, you can buy it online. ( https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-1066-Ophthalmic-Gel-1-5oz/dp/B0040ZS8R8 )

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    Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

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    If he is squinting the eye like it is painful or sensitive to light, he should see a vet. If not, I think you should try this eye gel in his eye twice a day for a week or so to see if the discharge will stop. You may be able to buy it at your local Petco but if not, you can buy it online. ( https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-1066-Ophthalmic-Gel-1-5oz/dp/B0040ZS8R8 )

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