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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:
- Pat & Elisa McCoy
- City:
- Peachland
- Province, Country:
- BC, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Domestic Long Hair
- Date of Birth:
- March 15, 2007
- Date of Death
- March 26, 2010
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- Silver/brown
- Eye Colour:
- Green
Lucky, oh Lucky ... what a good kitty you were. Laying on the couch, laying on the floor, laying ... well, just about anywhere you wanted, on your back, just enjoying life.
The laundry basket was always under your protection. When you weren't napping, you made sure that everyone knew you were awake by bouncing back and forth from room to room.
You'll be missed by everyone, especially your mom & dad, and your big brothers Bindy & Foo Foo.
Love you always.
