Why is my dog scratching himself?

Dog eyes being examined.

Allergy season is here. But environmental allergies aren’t the only nuisance this time around. In fact, allergic conditions like atopic dermatitis with chronic inflammation can happen any time of the year. The good news is, there are different ways you can help your very deserving dog—especially if you have a bulldog, as they are more prone to these types of allergies. 

Eye symptoms, such as conjunctivitis, can be common with systemic allergies. Watch out for the following symptoms:

​Redness and swelling

The skin around the eyes and eye tissues can become red, inflamed, and swollen.

Discharge

A clear, whitish, sometimes cloudy infection.

Watery Eyes

Excessive tearing in one or both eyes.

​It’s important to maintain your dog’s allergies throughout their life, and they can progress with age if left untreated, along with these eye symptoms, too.

Getting help for your furry loved one is deeply personal to you and your pet. If their eyes are showing signs, then let’s talk more about how we can help.

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