My 7-year-old German Shepherd has eye gook and a visible third eyelid. What's wrong?

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German shepherd I believe has cherry eye. What can I do for her. She is 7 years old. Corner of eyes seem to have extra coverage and lots of eye gook. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 6 years and 7 months old | 100 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

It's uncommon for an older dog to get a cherry eye. If there is an eye ulcer or injury the third eyelid may be up covering the eye to protect it. Since there is excessive discharge she may now have an infection in the eye. Please take her in for an exam. They will make sure there is nothing in the eye, check her tear production, and stain the eye to see if there is a corneal ulcer. Once they know the problem and she receives the proper treatment then third eyelid should go back where you can't see it. Eye problems are painful and she could lose sight in that eye if not treated so please bring her in soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Shanis.

My 7-year-old German Shepherd has eye gook and a visible third eyelid. What's wrong?

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