Foreign Object in Eye

Foreign objects like dirt, grass seeds, or splinters can become lodged in your pet's eye, causing pain, inflammation, and potential damage if not addressed quickly.

Signs:

• Excessive blinking or squinting
• Pawing at the eye
• Visible foreign material
• Redness and swelling
• Discharge (clear or cloudy)
• Keeping eye partially or fully closed
• Avoiding bright light

First Aid Steps:

1. Restrain your pet gently but securely.
2. Examine the eye in good lighting, being careful not to apply pressure.
3. If the object is visible on the surface:
   • Flush with sterile eye wash solution or clean lukewarm water.
   • Direct the stream from the inner corner outward.
   • Flush for 1-2 minutes if your pet will tolerate it.
4. Do NOT:
   • Use cotton swabs or tweezers to remove objects.
   • Touch the eye directly with your fingers.
   • Apply pressure to the eyeball.
   • Use human eye drops without veterinary guidance.