Is there anything i can do for my chihuahua her eyes are...

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Answer by Sandy
Submitted on 4/8/2007
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I can tell you from personal eye problems that eye drops such as Tears Natural or Refresh can probably be used in each eye. (You can check with your vet, but I seriously doubt that they would object to using Tears Natural or Refresh.) Tearing may be the result of allergies, blocked tear ducts, etc. If it is due solely to allergies or dry eyes, the drops will probably be sufficient. When the eyes tear too much, a film usually forms. Trying to see through the film creates eyestrain and usually results in even more tearing. By flushing the eyes, any strain will be reduced or eliminated. Just to be 100% sure that it is not due to a physical problem, you might want to take her to a vet.

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Question by Stephanie
Submitted on 4/29/2004
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Is there anything i can do for my chihuahua her eyes are always tearing up, she looks like she has two black eyes because of the tearing.

Answer by Rmanduh
Submitted on 5/3/2004
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as far as i know, the tearing that you are talking about is normal. i have heard from several people who own chihuahua'sand they all tell me this is just a natural thing that comes along with this breed. my little 3 month old chi does this too. her face is black already, so i dont have to worry about it being too noticable. i have been told though, that you can run a damp warm cloth over the eye area once a day to keep it from lookin messy. but other than that, its just part of having a chi.

Answer by chimama
Submitted on 5/7/2004
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You could also try vacuuming frequently, as dust and etc. will irritate their eyes, being so close to the ground. I Am Not suggesting that you are not a good housekeeper, but I notice myself that if my hardwood floors have dust or lint (I sew a lot) my dogs eyes tear more. A warm washcloth once or twice a day will remove the dried tears. Rubbing a little Vaseline under the eye will also keep the tears from staining, but be careful not to get it too close to the eye itself. Both my little ones can cry at will, it's so funny when they want a treat or a cuddle, their little eyes well up. As soon as they get what they want, the tears are gone.

Answer by killdeathdie
Submitted on 3/23/2006
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why are chihuahua'seyes so big i mean come on

Answer by BONE~THUGS
Submitted on 4/11/2006
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HI I JUST WANTED TO ASK FOR HELP WHAT SHOULD I DO BECAUSE MY CHIHUAHUA HAS BEEN CRYING FOR THE LAST 4 DAYS AND SHE WONT STOP SHE WILL CRY ALL NIGHT AND ALL SHE WANTS TO DO IS BE WITH ONE OF HER SQUEAKY TOY I HAD HER FOR A LONG TIME. SHE IS VERY PLAYFUL SHE BARKS ALOT BUT RIGHT NOW SHE DOESN'T WANT TO DO ANYTHING.

Answer by j-girl
Submitted on 5/1/2006
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no thats just how they are you can help by wipping them with fabrics or tishues

Answer by krystal
Submitted on 9/17/2006
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My chi's eyes always tear too. Though one does it more then the other and somtimes it looks more pink. I believe this is normal from what i'veheard!!

Answer by mari
Submitted on 11/28/2006
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My chihuahua was hit by a car, and one of her eye popped out. she is back home, but because the accident was recent the vet couldnt do anything.he said to come back later on when the bleeding and all was looking alittle better to remove the eye. is there anything the vet can do to SAVE my doggies eye???

Answer by justin
Submitted on 6/27/2007
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it's allergies. give a allergy pill and see if it helps. always helps mine.

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