Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My dog's eye is puffy, looks odd, and has discharge. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Around my dogs eye is puffy, eye looks different then the other one, and she has eye matter come out

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 4th, 2018

This can be a sign of an eye infection. it can affect both the eye itself and the eyelids around it. You can keep the eye clean with saline eye wash. They typically need antibiotics and medications safe for the eye to place topically to help. Your vet can make sure there are no scratches on the cornea and provide the best medicine to clear it.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored