Cat scratched my dog's eye, skin torn. What eye care is best?

Question

My cat and dog got into a fight lasted all of 3 seconds but the cat managed to scratch the skin around my dogs eye no bleeding just a piece of skin is torn I’ve put a cold compress on it what eye care can I provide and what drops are best To use if any. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 6 months old | 70 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

The best thing to do would have Kiya examined by a vet to determine if the piece of skin needs to be reattached or if she needs sutures to help with proper healing. Depending on how close the wound is the eyelid, sometimes leaving it to heal on its own can lead to scar tissue formation that may affect her ability to close the eye normally. There aren't any OTC eye drops that will help in this situation. Prescription antibiotics may be indicated based on the vet's exam.

Cat scratched my dog's eye, skin torn. What eye care is best?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

Can I use human contact lens solution as eye drops for my mouse?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

Share