Spotting and Treating Eyelid Tumors in Pets A small lump on your pet’s eyelid might seem harmless, but even minor growths can cause irritation, discharge, or infection over time. What starts small can become large and problematic in a short period of time- and some are even cancerous. Fortunately, most eyelid tumors are treatable- and [...]
When High Blood Pressure Affects the Eyes: What Every Pet Owner Should Know Has your cat suddenly started bumping into furniture, or is your dog having problems navigating when walking at night? What looks like clumsiness may actually be a sign of something much more serious. High blood pressure can quietly damage the tiny blood [...]
Dry Eye in Pets: Expert Ophthalmic Care for Comfort and Lasting Vision Your dog’s eyes look red and irritated. Your cat blinks constantly or has thick discharge that won’t clear, no matter how often you wipe it away. These may seem like minor issues, but they can signal dry eye syndrome- a chronic condition that, [...]
Corneal Sequestrum in Cats: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options If your cat is suddenly squinting, pawing at one eye, or showing signs of discomfort around bright light, you may assume it’s just a scratch or a bit of dust. But if you look closer and notice a dark, discolored spot on the eye—especially one that [...]
Cherry Eye: What It Is and How It’s Corrected If you've noticed a red or pink mass in the corner of your dog’s eye, you might be feeling concerned or even a bit anxious. You're not alone, and we're here to help. As a common veterinary issue, cherry eye is something we at Veterinary Vision [...]
Understanding Immune-Mediated Eye Diseases in Pets: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment If your pet has been squinting, rubbing their eyes, or seems suddenly sensitive to light, there may be more happening than simple irritation. In some cases, the immune system itself is to blame. Immune-mediated eye diseases occur when a pet’s immune system mistakenly attacks the [...]
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in pets—and often progresses without obvious early symptoms. This condition arises from increased intraocular pressure (IOP), which damages the optic nerve and retina over time. While both cats and dogs can develop glaucoma, it’s particularly common in certain dog breeds and frequently presents as either [...]
Imagine your vision slowly starts to fade. The world becomes blurry—like you're looking through frosted glass. You can’t ask for help, or explain why you’re suddenly hesitant on the stairs, or why you no longer chase your favorite toy. It’s confusing. It’s disorienting. And for many pets, it’s exactly what living with cataracts feels like. [...]
It often starts with something small. Maybe your dog hesitates at the top of the stairs. Maybe your cat misses a jump she’s made a hundred times. At first, it might seem like clumsiness, or age. But when your pet begins to show more obvious signs of vision loss, it’s natural to feel concerned. At [...]
Trauma to the Eye: How to Handle Emergencies in Pets Eye injuries in pets are always a cause for concern. The cornea, sclera, and surrounding ocular structures are delicate and highly sensitive. Even a minor scratch or irritation can lead to serious complications, including infection, corneal ulcers, glaucoma, or vision loss. Knowing how to recognize [...]