How can I treat my dogs conjunctivitis at home?

For dogs with pink eye, a cold, wet washcloth is usually the easiest and most comfortable way to apply a compress to the eye. Soft, cold compresses (not frozen, hard ice packs) can also be purchased online and from pharmacies.

Can dog conjunctivitis heal on its own?

Can I give my dog human eye drops for conjunctivitis?

If conjunctivitis becomes severe, it can cause permanent damage to the cornea. This is not a condition that will go away on its own, so medical treatment is necessary.

How long does it take for conjunctivitis to clear up in dogs?

Should I take my dog to the vet for conjunctivitis?

You should never treat your dog with human medication without consulting a pet care specialist first. Using the wrong eye drops could cause significant pain, damage, and blindness.

What does a dog eye infection look like?

Viral Conjunctivitis

This is caused by a virus, spreads easily, and can take up to 3 weeks to get better.

How can I treat my dogs eye infection without going to the vet?

If your dog is showing signs of conjunctivitis, even if symptoms seem very mild, contact your vet as soon as possible. Left untreated conjunctivitis can lead to permanent eye damage.

Can I use Visine on my dog?

How long does conjunctivitis last?

If your dog’s eyes are weeping, watering more than usual, or you notice yellow, green or white coloured discharge, they may have an eye infection. Other signs of eye infections in dogs include pawing at their eye, blinking more than usual, swelling, redness and squinting.

What can I do for my dogs eye infection?

What is a good eye wash for dogs?

Home remedies such as non-medicated sterile saline rinses can flush the eye but are only a short-term solution if your dog already has an infection. Saline rinses are a good idea if you’re seeing just a little clear discharge and a little redness.

What do vets prescribe for eye infections?

Can I use saline solution on my dog?

Visine is Not FDA Approved for Use in Dogs

The FDA has not approved the use of Visine for treating dogs. Before you try to treat your dog with Visine or any other OTC eye drop, you should take them to see the vet for a proper diagnosis.

When should I take my dog to the vet for eye discharge?

The infection will usually clear up in 7 to 14 days without treatment and without any long-term consequences. However, in some cases, viral conjunctivitis can take 2 to 3 weeks or more to clear up. A doctor can prescribe antiviral medication to treat more serious forms of conjunctivitis.