My 2-week-old puppy's eyes aren't open. Is this normal? What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 15 days old
My 15 days labrador has not opened eyes yet !!what to do ?(ps- he is not with his mother)
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Most Helpful Answer
Published on May 5th, 2018
You can try bathing very gently with cooled, boiled saline and cotton wool but do not pull or pry them open. It is not impossible for pups to be born with no or deformed eyes and a full vet check would be recommended if not opening within the next 72hours
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Published on December 17th, 2016
A puppy's eye should start opening around one to two weeks of age, and are usually fully open around three weeks of age. If the puppy's eyes aren't open by three weeks of age, I would take it into the vet for an exam. Do not try to open it's eyes yourself.
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Published on July 27th, 2017
Some pets can be a bit delayed. As long as there is no current crust or discharge around the eyelids, I would consider waking up to another week. If you notice discharge or if puppy still hasn't opened his eyes by 3 weeks, then it's best to have him evaluated by your vet to make sure no congenital defects are affecting his eyes. I hope everything works out well for your puppy Elvis. Take care.
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