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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:
- dom peterson
- City:
- Not Provided
- Province, Country:
- ON, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- flat coated retriever
- Date of Birth:
- unknown
- Date of Death
- dec 20, 2005
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 24
- Weight:
- 83
- Coat Colour:
- black/liver
- Eye Colour:
- brown
To my wonderful dog. Not only was he a great companion but a friend that was always there when i needed him. He came into my life in a time of need and helped me get better. I loved him very much, all of my friends and family will tell you the same. He made friends with the dogs that had no friends and tried to be comforting for any one who needed it. He was friendly to any one around him and even took care of our other dog. He will never be replaced and will always be remembered. I love you buddy bear and you are my angel, now and forever.
