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To prevent your pet from further complications it is
important to have any eye or eye-related ailments be
checked on by a veterinarian without delay. Animals suffer
from eye problems just like we humans do. These problems
include cataracts, red eye,
glaucoma, tumors of the eye,
eyelid defects, inflammation
of the eye, dry eye, retinal
degeneration, ocular (eye)
discharge, and many others.

Red Eyes is common in both cats and dogs. Pets get red eye when blood vessels of the conjunctiva (the pink lining of the eyeball and eyelids), sclera (white covering of the eye), or cornea (clear surface of the eye) become enlarged or more numerous. It may also occur with inflammation of the structures inside the eye, with glaucoma (high pressure within the eye) or with certain diseases of the orbit (eye socket). The eyes can become irritated from allergies caused by pollens, grasses, etc., or from infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi. Either one or both eyes can become red, depending upon the cause of the problem. It is recommended to keep your pets eyes clean, eliminating the cause of the conjunctivitis with appropriate medication.

Cherry Eyes The medical term for 'cherry eye' is nictitans gland prolapse, or prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid. Unlike people, dogs and cats have a 'third eyelid' that contains a tear gland and is located in the corner of each eye. Under normal circumstances, this gland is not visible and aids in the production of tears. This gland can prolapse or come out of its normal position and get swollen creating the condition. Cherry eye is an uncommon occurrence with cats.

Dry Eyes (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca or KCS)
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a Latin medical term used to describe a condition of decreased tear production. The term technically means "inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva from drying." When the watery part of the tears is not produced in adequate amounts, the eye becomes inflamed, leading scarring and pigmentation of the cornea. This may result decreased vision. Another commonly used term to describe this disease is "dry eye."

Ocular (Eye) Discharge Ocular discharge is a common symptom of eye disease. Discharge may suddenly or gradually develop. The discharge may appear to be watery, mucus-like, or bloody. The amount of discharge is a good indication of how serious the disease is.

These will help remove those stubborn unsightly stains around the eyes and other
parts of the coat.


Angels' Eyes - Tear Stain Eliminator	Crystal Eye Tear Stain Remover (8 fl oz)

These cost-effective lubricating and cleansing eye lubricants

protect the eye from dryness, irritation, and helps to give clearer

vision in dogs and cats.


Optixcare Surgical Eye Lubricant (15g)	C-BRIGHT (1 fl oz)	Clean Eyes Soothing Eye Solution by Cardinal Labs

Use these to treat irritated eyes and provide relief from burning, stinging, itching,
pollutants and other foreign materials.


Vetericyn Feline Eye Wash (4 oz)	Vetericyn Canine Eye Wash (4 oz)	Eyes So Bright Gentle Eye Cleaner (4 fl oz)	Pet Society Eye and Muzzle Cleansing Pads

Gently flushes away foreign matter and relieves eye irritation caused by wind, dust, dirt, sun, air pollution, pollen, ragweed and other irritants.


Earthbath Eye Wipes (25 soft wipes)	Nutri-Vet Eye Cleanse for Dogs (4 oz)	Conquer Hy-Optic Eye Care (0.5 oz)	Calm Eyes - Eye Cleanse 8oz

These gentle soap-free hypoallergenic shampoos are for routine cleansing of normal skin on animals of any age.


QuikClean Waterless Shampoo (32 oz) by Fort Dodge	Four Paws Magic Coat Tearless Shampoo (16 fl oz)	John Paul Pet Tearless Gentle Shampoo (16 oz)

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