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Pet Tip
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:
- Jessica Martin
- City:
- Erie
- Province, Country:
- PA, USA
- Type/Breed:
- Shar Pei
- Date of Birth:
- 11/4/95
- Date of Death
- 1/22/06
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- sable
- Eye Colour:
- Not Provided
Cookie was more that a pet to me, she was my best friend. She was always there when I needed a friendly ear, and she never criticized what I had to say. She always sensed when I was upset or didn't feel well, and would come close to me and try to comfort me. Somehow, it always helped me get through another day. I don't know how I'm going to get up every morning and never see that face again, or feel her licking my hand in the middle of the night when she has to go to the bathroom. I want her to know that I love her unconditionally, and will never forget the joy she brought to my life. I miss you my sweet baby and we will meet again someday.
