Cherry Eye in the English Bulldog

Common Eye Problem in English Bulldogs-Cherry Eye

Cherry Eye is one of the most common eye problems in the English Bulldog. It happens when the tear gland located on the inside corner of a dogs third eyelid pops up. It appears like a red cherry growth on the inside corner of the eye. It is awful to look like, it actually does not cause hardly any pain or discomfort, but with prolonged exposure to air the gland can become inflamed and infected. You primarily see it in young English Bulldog puppies(under 8wks), most times this will need to be surgically corrected. Cherry Eyes also can happen due to trauma to the eye or head. We have seen it occur in adult bulldogs when having an allergic reaction to something inhaled(ie. fertilizer,or harsh cleaning agent, pollen at certain times of the year). When this happens in an older dog,or with trauam, it is more likely it can be put back in place, and remain without surgery. Treatment We suggest a antibiotic lubricant, like the Terramycin, Puralube can also be used as a lubricant. Apply to the eye. Stabilize your pets head, close his eye and massage the gland back into place. We also recommend a antihistamine such as benadryl.  Massaging the gland may have to be repeated daily but with trauma, or an allergy, normally the gland will go back down and not have to be surgically corrected/removed. ALWAYS consult your vet

Pet Vision Lubricating & Cataract Eye Drops 8ml Older pets,bulldogs that have ectropion or have had Cherry Eye surgery suffer from Dry Eye. In Older bullies,if you start noticing a crusty goop on the eyes in the mornings. This will keep ulcers from forming on the eyes.(Entropion Eye Ulcers are a different thing the Entropion has to be corrected. ALWAYS consult your vet!) Terramycin Ointment - 1/8 oz. tube

Other Bulldog Eye Problems Entropion Conjunctivitis Distichiasis Dry Eye Cornea Ulcer Another link on Cherry Eye Note: Trimbull Bulldogs has produced this document for education purposes only. Our definitions of the common problems in English bulldogs are our opinions only.These opinions have been formed by  years experience in the bulldog breed having read numerous articles over the years. ALWAYS consult your  veterinarian with any problem that may occur.

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