Eye Injuries - Vet in Flagstaff

Signs of Eye Injury

Swollen eyelid
Cloudy eye (white, blue, dull yellow or red)
Visible damage to the cornea, conjunctiva or the globe
Bleeding or liquid discharge from the eye

Squinting of one or both eyes
Protruding globe (proptosed)
Object in the conjunctiva, cornea or globe (may not be easily visible)

First Aid: Vision can quickly become compromised or lost. Transfer your pet to a veterinary facility as soon as possible. Do not let your pet rub or scratch the eye.

If the animal is unable to close the eyelids over the eye (as in a proptosed eye), coat the eye with a water-soluble gel (KY Jelly) until seen by a veterinarian.

Signs of Eye Injury

Swollen eyelid
Cloudy eye (white, blue, dull yellow or red)
Visible damage to the cornea, conjunctiva or the globe
Bleeding or liquid discharge from the eye
Squinting of one or both eyes
Protruding globe (proptosed)
Object in the conjunctiva, cornea or globe (may not be easily visible)

First Aid: Vision can quickly become compromised or lost. Transfer your pet to a veterinary facility as soon as possible. Do not let your pet rub or scratch the eye.

If the animal is unable to close the eyelids over the eye (as in a proptosed eye), coat the eye with a water-soluble gel (KY Jelly) until seen by a veterinarian.

How To Prevent Eye Injuries

The Process

Do not let your pet put its head out of a moving vehicle.
Protect your pets from high winds, especially in sandy conditions.
Avoid walking your pets through high grasses and shrubs.
Pets with very itchy skin (whether due to chronic allergies or an acute reaction) may rub vigorously along the ground, potentially irritating the eye. See your veterinarian if your pet demonstrates excessive itching.