My puppy has cherry eye, what can I do at home before a vet visit?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 37 lbs
I think my puppy has cherry eye. Cant take him to doctor. Please suggest home remedies.
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Published on April 25th, 2020
I think this looks a little like cherry eye, or a prolapse of the gland on the third eyelid, as well but it's difficult to tell for certain from a picture. There is nothing specific to do at home - sometimes a veterinarian will try gently replacing the gland with a numbing drop and sterile cotton swab but this isn't something I'd attempt at home. You could use an artificial tear ointment to help lubricate the eye for comfort until you can see a vet. If Krypto is squinting, if the eye begins to look more red, or if you notice yellow or green discharge I'd recommend seeing a vet.
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Published on May 23rd, 2019
I am sorry to hear about Nova! From this photo it looks like she could have a prolapse of the gland if the third eyelid, also called “cherry eye”. I would recommend an exam at the vet to see if this is indeed the issue and discuss treatment options, which may include surgery if this is bothering her. You can read more about the condition at https://www.google.com/amp/s/mobile.petcoach.co/amp/article/cherry-eye-in-dogs
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Published on November 3rd, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It does look like it could be cherry eye but it is hard to tell based on this picture. This is a condition that is treated with surgery. You can apply GenTeal gel ointment for dry eye 3-4 times a day as this condition can make the eye dry and uncomfortable at times though that will not treat the cherry eye but it would just help with the effects of the cherry eye. Have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and have a good night!
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Published on March 5th, 2017
This sounds very much like it could be a cherry eye. Because there is a bit of discharge I worry that she may already have some irritation to the eye surface due to rubbing and is in need of medical care. I would recommend getting her seen by your local vet within the next 24-48 hrs to have this looked at and confirmed that this is indeed a cherry eye and then appropriate treatment. The only way to fix these is to have it surgically repaired. She likely will have Zoey go on daily eye drops right away to prevent further irritation to the eye itself. I hope your pet gets this resolved soon. Here is more information on this condition and how it used to be treated surgically. It is no longer common practice to remove the gland, but to instead tuck it back in to its original location, because the gland is responsible for tear production in the pet. Best of luck moving forward with your pet Zoey's eye condition, I hope that surgery is something you and your vet can move forward with for Zoey to take care of this defect. Best wishes! http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=567 Here are some financial resources also if needed: carecredit.com redrover.org
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