Did you know that little animals have a kind of third eyelid? However, this may present a problem that is known as Cherry eye because of the appearance it looks like it occurs. We talked to you about it!
How is the Cherry eye formed?
As we said, dogs have something like a third eyelid. It is a tissue, the nictitating membrane, which covers the eye and at the base is a gland that is responsible for producing a percentage of the tears.
However, when the gland leaves its usual site, it is seen in the eye as a reddish mass. The prolapse gland is said to, which is why this problem is also known as third eyelid gland prolapse.
You're wondering why that membrane might come out of place. Well, the reasons can be several, from a genetic cause, until the bag where the gland is too small.
What races does it affect?
No dog is safe from suffering this problem; however, there are some that have more predispositions.
The breeds that most commonly suffer from it are the Bulldogs, the Pug or Carline, the Basset Hound, the Beagle and the Shih-Tzu among others.
In addition, most cases occur when the dog is less than a year old, because the tissue is still very weak.
Although it can be very unpleasant to see it, the dog is not usually caused by great pain, only the discomfort of having that mass in the eye. But that doesn't mean we have to ignore it!
What is the solution to cherry eye?
The only effective and totally definitive solution is surgery. After the operation, good care will have to be done so that the area does not become infected and the dog recovers.
The can should remain at rest, in a quiet and clean area. Depending on what the veterinarian recommends, you will be given antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, being a delicate area that you can reach with your legs, you can have an Elizabethan bell to avoid contact. With all that and a lot of love your pirate will be all right again in nothing!