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Dexter "the BOSS"
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All about Dexter "the BOSS"
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:
- carolyne withrow
- City:
- Qualicum Beach
- Province, Country:
- BC, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Chu/Pom
- Date of Birth:
- June 2007
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 8
- Weight:
- 15
- Coat Colour:
- Beige
- Eye Colour:
- Brown
Dexter is the ruler of the roost and has more attitude then body weight! When I sing to him, he puts his little paws together and closes his eyes, giving the impression of praying. Usually he is an evil little man who picks and chooses those allowed to get close to him.
Favorite activities: Lying in the sunshine, running full speed in overdrive, knocking pillows off the couch and chasing the stray cats in the neighborhood. Dex is learning to swim in a heated pool (only the best for our little doggie) and I wouldn't trade him for the world.
