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Cherry eye in dogs – Pet tip 122
Any owner of a dog who has had “cherry eye” will tell you that it is not a pretty sight. Perhaps you have witnessed it yourself and have seen the large red mass bulging out of the inner corner of a dog’s eye, from which the name ‘cherry eye’ originated. While not the most visually appealing condition (for the owners or the afflicted dog), cherry eye is actually a fairly common and benign occurrence in many breeds of dogs.
Though it may appear somewhat like a tumour or even an awfully big bug bite, the ‘cherry’ on your dog’s eye is actually a prolapsed (or popped out) gland. Known by veterinarians as the nictitans gland, this gland is present in the third eyelid of dogs and aids in the production of tears. Unlike humans, many animals possess this third eyelid which closes horizontally across the eye to provide extra protection and moisture.
- Owner:
- Bill Au
- City:
- Not Provided
- Province, Country:
- Not Provided
- Type/Breed:
- Maltese Terrior
- Date of Birth:
- -/12/1993
- Date of Death
- 4/11/2004
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- White
- Eye Colour:
- Brown
To my best friend that was always there for me, I love you so much that it hurts because your gone, you meant more to me than life itself. I will always remember you, my brother, and I know one day we will meet again. You will always be loved Fluffy, by me and by the rest of your family. Rest in peace.
Love Bill
