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My Maltese dog has a swollen, watery eye. Is it an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed

My 9 year old Maltese dog’s right eye is swollen and watery I’m not sure what it could be

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on July 4th, 2019

It could beJulie has an eye infection or may have injured her eye. Any eye problem is considered an emergency because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. Please take her into a vet immediately. Best of luck.

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