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Canine Herpesvirus Infection (CHV): Symptoms and Care
Canine herpesvirus is a highly contagious virus in dogs that is often fatal in puppies under 21 days old, while older dogs usually show only mild upper-respiratory signs. It can also cause infertility, abortion, and stillbirth in breeding dogs and genital lesions in males.
Dry Eye (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca) in Dogs: Symptoms and Treatment
KCS, or dry eye, is an eye disease in dogs caused by a lack of the watery tear layer, an inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva from dryness. This article explains the symptoms of dry eye and how it is diagnosed and treated.
Dog Has Pus-Like Eye Discharge
Pus-like discharge with red eyes can mean heat, a foreign object, infection, eyelid rolling inward, or keratitis and corneal ulcers. Find the cause before treating, because some of these need surgery and neglect can cost the dog its sight.
Can Canine Distemper Be Cured?
Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease with over 50% mortality, but caught early it is often treatable. Symptoms move from mild fever and diarrhea to severe eye and nerve damage, so any suspected case needs immediate veterinary care.
Why Your Dog Can’t Open Its Eyes
A dog that won't open its eyes is usually dealing with conjunctivitis, irritation, or a trapped foreign object. Gently cleaning the eye, using vet-approved drops, and trimming stray lashes clears most mild cases, but yellow-green discharge with fever needs a vet visit.
Why Your Dog Has Red Eyes with Crusty Discharge
Red eyes with crusty discharge can be as simple as a dietary imbalance or a stray speck of dust, or as serious as infection, entropion, keratitis, or a corneal ulcer. Matching the sign to the cause—and seeing a vet for the painful ones—protects your dog's sight.
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