Eye Diseases in Animals

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Eye diseases are a common and often serious problem in pets. In the early stages, they may go unnoticed, and owners do not always know which changes require attention. However, lack of timely diagnosis can lead to rapid progression of the disease and severe complications. Therefore, it is important to regularly monitor the condition of your pet’s eyes and consult a veterinarian at the first signs of trouble.

Causes and Symptoms of Eye Diseases in Animals

Eye diseases in dogs and cats can arise for various reasons, including:

• injuries;
• metabolic disorders;
• hereditary predisposition;
• entry of pathogenic microorganisms.

You can suspect a problem based on the following symptoms:

• Abnormal discharge. Excessive tearing or discharge of green, yellow, or other atypical colours. Inflammation can affect one or both eyes.
• Redness. Hyperemia of the mucous membranes of the eyelids is characteristic of many ophthalmic diseases, including conjunctivitis.
• Discomfort. The pet may squint, rub its eyes with its paw, or the third eyelid may protrude.
• Deterioration of vision. The animal navigates space poorly, may bump into objects, or not respond to gestures.
• Clouding or whitening of the eyes. This symptom is observed in cataracts, corneal damage, and other pathologies.
• Change in iris colour. May indicate inflammation, tumour process, or systemic infection.
• Change in pupil diameter or reaction. Different pupil sizes or lack of reaction to light may indicate neurological disorders or damage to the retina or optic nerve.

Eye diseases require professional diagnosis. Self-treatment and the use of human medications can worsen the animal’s condition — it is important to see a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Where is Treatment for Eye Diseases in Animals Provided?

Residents of Tallinn can visit Haabersti Loomakliinik, where diagnosis and treatment of infectious eye diseases in dogs and cats are performed. Our specialists have extensive experience and use modern examination methods. In cases of traumatic eye injuries or those requiring specialised ophthalmic care, we arrange referrals to a veterinary ophthalmologist to ensure the highest quality treatment.

Our advantages:

• professional and attentive approach;
• thorough diagnosis;
• in-house laboratory;
• reasonable and transparent prices;
• convenient working hours.

If symptoms of eye disease appear in your pet, it is important not to delay a visit to specialists. You can find out the cost of services at Haabersti Loomakliinik on the clinic’s website.

See also Cat Eye Diseases, Dog Eye Diseases