German Shepherd Eye Disease

German Shepherd Eye Disease

The most prevalent German Shepherd eye disease is “Cataracts”. The healthy German Shepherd eye appears bright, clear, without any or very little red vessels in the clear white of the eyeball. At times white sludge can ooze from the eye sockets after a long sleep. That is not an actual illness but more like an indication that your German Shepherd might be feeling fine and decided to lie down for the night.

The German Shepherd with Canine Cataracts does not respond to treatment with drops but instead needs a surgical procedure. One treatment for German Shepherd cataracts is “Odontoplasty” or removal of one or both eyelids. It is performed by a veterinarian and takes about an hour. The results are amazing! There is an abundance of natural pups that have been born with this eye disorder. But fortunately, the healthy German Shepherd does not have problems with this.

If the third eyelid is affected then treatment includes “Lidocleidomy with Epi-Lasik surgery” or “Lidocleidectomy with Epi-LASIK”.

This requires making a small incision just behind the third eyelid. Your veterinarian will decide which procedure is best suited for your German Shepherd dog based on age, condition, and extent of the damage. Only veterinarians who specialize in dog eye surgeries should ever perform these procedures.

You may notice your German Shepherd has dull-colored eyes that do not respond to medication. Or they may even produce tears. If your German Shepherd has either of these symptoms then the culprit could be the third eyelid. Symptoms of third eyelid problems include excessive blinking, watering of eyes, squinting, blue eyes, irritation, crusting, and itching. These problems can be treated quite well with antibiotic drops or antibiotic eye drops.

German Shepherds like to spend lots of time running and playing.

This causes a lot of eyewear and tear. A lot of shedding is also caused because of constant play. Also, because of their long hair, it makes it easier for the bacteria to get under and around the eyes. Your German Shepherd’s eyes need to be cleaned frequently and disinfected so you should take your dog to the veterinarian often for eye care.

Most German Shepherd dogs that are over a year of age have been diagnosed with this eye problem. There is not a sure cure for GSD. The best treatment is preventative care. There is no cure for GSD but there are things that you can do to help alleviate the discomfort and to improve your dog’s appearance. If you notice any of these symptoms of GSD, then you should contact your vet.

These are just some of the more common German shepherd health issues.

Your vet can help to find out what is causing your German Shepherd’s symptoms. Your vet will be able to give you more information and recommend the right treatment options. Keep in mind that all dogs suffer from temporary health issues and that long-term prevention is the best treatment option. There are a lot of cute German Shepherds out there, but they still need to be taken to the vet so that they can be checked for GSD.

Some other German shepherd health issues include eyelash loss, hair loss, and ear infections. Parasites can cause these issues as well as eye problems. You must keep an eye on your German Shepherds at all times and make sure that they have a clean bill of health. A healthy pet is a happy pet.

Make sure that you are checking your German Shepherd for parasites regularly. A parasite doesn’t have to end up causing death, but it is important to prevent German Shepherd diseases before they even start.