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Can my Cavalier puppy outgrow strabismus or her crossed eyes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | unspayed | 3 months old | 5 lbs

My 3 month old Cavalier King Charles puppy has strabismus! Will she outgrow this? Neither parent had this and they are akc eye certified.

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Answered By Dr. Paula Simons

Veterinarian

Published on April 21st, 2020

This could be a developmental issue or a neurological problem with one of her ocular nerves. Unfortunately, it is impossible to say how this will improve, but it will hopefully not cause any problems for her vision.

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