If you have a Boston terrier, you know how intelligent it is.The large wide set eyes of the Boston terrier make him easily recognized.The outside corners of the eye are in line with the cheeks.The large size of their eyes can make them more prone to eye problems.If your dog's eyes are scratched or damaged, it could lead to a variety of conditions, including cherry eye, early onset cataracts, and dry eye.
Step 1: You should watch for signs of a ulcer.
Your dog's eye may water a lot to the point that it looks like he is crying.There is a layer of film over your dog's eye.It's possible that these are signs of a corneal ulcer.The clear part of the eye is called the cornea.
Step 2: Keep an eye on your dog's behavior.
If your dog is in pain, he may hold the eye partially closed or rub it with his paw.It's possible that your Boston terrier is squinting or sensitive to light.If you know how your dog is acting, you can tell that he's in pain.If you have a sore eye, it can cause permanent scar tissue which can affect vision.
Step 3: Get the eye examined.
Take your dog to the vet.The vet will look at your dog's eye to see if there are any signs of inflammation.The vet will take samples to look for infections.A blood sample is needed to rule out a disease.The vet will look at the ulcer to see how deep it is.The eye can be in danger from serious wounds.
Step 4: The treatment plan of the vet.
Antibiotic drops are usually prescribed by the vet to heal the ulcer.Most wounds clear up within a week.A minor procedure may be needed if your dog isn't responding to treatment.The vet may need to give your dog a local anesthetic and rub at the eye with a dry cotton swab.The cells that are preventing the eye from healing are removed.The vet may not need to put the Boston terrier under full anesthesia to lightly puncture the eye.This helps the healing cells to stay on the ulcer.
Step 5: There is an increased risk of corneal ulcers.
Boston terriers have large eyes which means they expose more of the delicate surface.It could get knocked or scratched.Cutting the whiskers above the eye increases the risk of corneal ulcers.Boston terriers get protection from the whiskers.They don't knock into objects if they have a sense of location and warning.
Step 6: Look for signs of the disease.
If your Boston Terrier has a disease, he might have a white eye.The corner of your dog's eye can look white at first, but it can quickly spread to the rest of the eye.The eye may be swollen with fluid.Boston terriers have a condition where fluid builds up between the layers of cells.There are blisters on the eye.
Step 7: A medical diagnosis can be obtained.
If you suspect your dog has an eye problem, you should take him to the vet as soon as possible.Your dog's eyes will be examined by the vet under a slit-lamp with a bright light.The vet will look for signs of inflammation in the eye.Your dog's eye pressure will be checked by the vet to rule out other eye conditions.
Step 8: If you have secondary ulcers, you should treat them.
There is no effective treatment for the milkiness of the disease.Your vet will try to treat the secondary corneal ulcers caused by the corneal dystrophy since they are painful and can damage eye health.Antibiotic eye cream is what your dog will need.
Step 9: Consider surgery if you need it.
The vet may suggest putting a contact lens over your dog's eye.The flap of the eyeball and the back of it can be removed to treat the disease.Surgery may cause scarring that can damage your dog's vision.If you notice that your dog is in pain, you should see the vet.It is possible that Ulcers may be forming.
Step 10: If you see redness or swelling, it's time to check it out.
There is a third eyelid on the inner corner of the eye.Since you don't really see it, you rarely pay attention.If the third eyelid pops forward, you'll see a large red swelling mass in the inner corner of your dog's eye.The third eye travels across the cornea to protect it.The tear fluid in the third eye lubricates the eye.
Step 11: Go to the vet with your dog.
The cherry eye doesn't cause any pain to your dog.If you're unsure if your dog has cherry eye or a different eye problem, you should see the vet.The doctors don't know what causes cherry eye, but it's thought that the tissue around the glands weakens.This can cause the gland to move.
Step 12: If you want to treat cherry eye, do surgery.
The only way to remove cherry eye is through surgery.The veterinary surgeon will place the gland in the correct position.Your dog won't feel any pain during the procedure.It's a good idea to be aware that the gland may pop out again.If you're unsure about surgery, the vet may be able to help.You can choose the surgery if these don't work.
Step 13: There are some signs of dry eyes.
Your dog's eyes can become too dry if they aren't making enough tear fluid.You might have seen a discharge coming from the eyes.Your Boston terrier's eyes can be dull and red.Older dogs are more likely to have dry eyes.Boston terriers are prone to having dry eyes.
Step 14: Your dog's behavior can be observed.
Since your dog's eyes are irritated, he can't blink away debris and lubricate them.He blinks frequently as he tries to relieve irritation.He may try to keep his eyes closed.Trauma and infections can cause dry eyes.
Step 15: Bring your dog to the vet.
If you suspect your dog has dry eyes, you need to take him to the vet.Your dog's eyes will be examined by the vet.The vet will place a special paper in the corner of your dog's eye to see how much tear film he makes in a single minute.This information can be used to make a diagnosis.Your dog's eye pressure will be checked by the vet to make sure it isn't glaucoma and they'll also look for signs of inflammation.
Step 16: Make sure your dog's eyes are Lubricate.
Over-the-counter eye treatments and prescription medication can be recommended by the vet.You have to apply artificial tears every hour.thicker drops need to be used 4 to 6 times a day.There are newer products that only need two applications a day.Dry eyes will need to be managed for life since there is no absolute treatment.If the vet prescribes a medication to encourage tear production, you'll most likely need to use it twice a day for a few days.
Step 17: There is a chance of cloudy eyes.
The lens of your dog's eye might be cloudy.The lens can look cracked or like ice.It can appear suddenly or develop over time.As more of the lens is covered by the cataract, your dog may go blind.The Boston terrier is a breed that is prone to developing cataracts early in life or as part of the aging process.
Step 18: Your dog's behavior can be monitored.
Cataracts can make it difficult for your dog to see, and you may notice his behavior becomes clumsier.He may not be as sure of his surroundings.A high-stepped walk is a way to compensate for the loss of vision.Your dog may be bumping into things.Not recognizing people.Misjudging distances.
Step 19: Get a doctor's opinion.
Make an appointment with the vet if you think your dog has cataracts.A veterinary surgeon can confirm a diagnosis if the vet looks at your dog's eyes.If your dog is older, the vet will determine if he has cataracts or if his eyes are simply changing as part of the aging process.
Step 20: Cataracts can be fixed with surgery.
If your dog has a large cataracts, you should have it removed.Cataracts can be treated by removing the lens and replacing it with an artificial one.It can be expensive to have specialist surgery for this treatment.Before your dog's vision gets too bad, it is important to do the surgery.You could get the eye broken down with a laser.The procedure is called phacoemulsion.It's an expensive procedure.