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My dog's eye is gashed, swollen, and has puss. Is it infected?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog has a slight gash in its eye from another dog. Her eye has swollen closed and there is a lot of puss. What should be done as I don't want the eye to be affected due to an infection.

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on December 25th, 2019

This looks very painful and infected. It’s hard to tell if the eyeball itself is damaged. She needs immediate treatment so the infection can be treated and the eye itself examined. She certainly could lose her vision if this infection continues. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for your dog.

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