Dog with Swollen Itchy Eye / Eyelid

Poor girl....I would go to the vet ASAP...She was bitten by something or her eye was irritated by something it appears...Only the VET knows for sure....!!!!!

We have put some topical steroid cream on the area and that has resulted in some improvement.

Hi Jenny,

From the photos you submitted, the irritation is being exacerbated by her ongoing itching and scratching. It may have started with a foreign body in her eye, or an insect sting or bite, but I am more suspicious of mange.

She needs an exam by a veterinarian, for a skin scraping, an eye exam to look behind the third eyelid and under her upper and lower lids for a foreign body. Steroid cream and anti-histamines, like Benadryl may provide temporary relief, but a diagnosis is needed for proper treatment.

The first order of business will be to BOOST her immune system. Consider switching her diet to a Raw diet, and see our page on 10 Best Dog Food Options

1. Missing Link Canine Formula
2. Immuplex from Standard Process
3. OrthoMolecular Specialties, Mega C Powder

NO VACCINATIONS.

And seek the help of a holistic veterinarian for ongoing care.

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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- Dog Eye Problems,
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DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.