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Q. My dogâs eyes are red. A. Dr. Nunnery: Changes in the color of the eyes can be disconcerting. In fact, itâs one of the most common eye concerns that compel owners to bring dogs to the vet.. My dog has been squinting, as well as rubbing, his eyes. A. Squinting or holding the eye shut usually indicates ocular pain, which can be intense because there are so many sensory nerve endings on the corneaâs surface.
Eye mucus is common in dogs â however, excessive discharge (especially when it's yellow or yellow-green) is a sure sign of trouble. Bacterial conjunctivitis, a cause of excessive eye mucus, can be highly contagious, so if you know your dog is infected, keep him away from other dogs and even human family members. By: jonkriz. Eye mucus in dogs is normal and can be caused by a number of things, from viruses to allergies. However, excessive discharge (especially when itâs yellow or yellow-green) could be a sign of an infection, glaucoma or other eye problems â even a brain or nerve injury. Learning more about the most common causes of excessive eye discharge will enable you to help your dog stay healthy.