What Causes Bloodshot Eyes in Dogs?
Foreign particles like grass, wood piece and debris getting trapped inside the eyes is the most common cause of bloodshot eyes in puppies and dogs, especially if only one eye is affected. An important feature of a dog’s eye is, that there is a third eyelid which serves an important purpose, by protecting the eyes from foreign particles. However, the same feature makes them more susceptible to bloodshot eyes, whenever any foreign object gets trapped under this lid. However, if both the eyes of your dog are bloodshot, then it can be a symptom of other dog health problems. More frequently, it can be conjunctivitis or inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eyes. Along with redness, there can be watery discharge from the eyes. Conjunctivitis can cause itchiness, for which you may observe your dog scratching his or her eyes. Another common cause of bloodshot eyes in dogs can be allergies. Redness of eyes can be a very common symptom of allergic reactions. More on dog allergies. Like humans,
