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Other slang terms used to describe eye discharge include eye boogers, eye mattering, eye gunk and eye pus. Sometimes called rheum, eye discharge has a protective function, removing waste products and potentially harmful debris from the tear film and the front surface of your eyes.
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.