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My dog's eyes are cloudy. Is it cataracts and how are they treated?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered

How are cataracts treated and is this a cataract?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 15th, 2019

It could be a cataract but it is not possible to tell from a photo. He needs to be examined by a vet so they can use the ophthalmoscope to look into the eye. Usually cataracts are treated with a surgical procedure called phacoemulsification. They cannot be treated with medications.

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