WHEN TO CALL A VET – EYE EDITION

Have you noticed that your horse is squinty one of their eyes, weird discharge or has swelling?

 

There is a common saying amongst veterinarians to never delay treatment when it comes to eye injuries/issues because they can deteriorate quickly! Early intervention can often result in saving the horse’s eye!

 

When do you need to get your vet involved? 

  •   Holding the eye closed or squinted. This is best assessed by looking at your horse from the front and comparing both eyes

  •.  Swollen eye and/or eyelids

  •.  Changes in colour to the surface of the eye (cornea). Blueish/cloudy tinge, red or yellow discolouration etc

  •.  Scratches or defects in surface of the eye

  •.  Scratches, abrasions or lacerations to the eye or surrounding the eye. Often if the horse has an injury of the head/face, they eye can often be damaged in the process and should be assessed as well!