Cockapoo Eye Care

Just like our own eyes, your Cockapoo’s eyes are extremely sensitive and require good care and attention. In this article, I will share some points and tips to ensure your Cockapoo’s eyes stay healthy and free from infection.

Here are some tips to help keep an eye on your Cockapoo.

• Examine the sides of your Cockapoo’s eyes and make sure they are completely free of mucus. Unwanted bacteria will grow rapidly in the mucus and this could potentially be transferred to the eyes. If your dog is suffering from mucus buildup, seek the help and advice of your local vet. They will usually suggest a sterile eye wash that will allow you to remove the mucus.
• If your Cockapoo is a bit ‘intense’ in the presence of other dogs, it’s important to keep good control of your dog, as eye trauma sustained from fighting can be extremely unpleasant; sadly many dogs have lost an eye to some form of ‘junk’.
• Does your dog constantly ride with its head out of the car window? If this is the case, then it is very easy for small particles to get into your eyes, which could cause an infection or injury. Also, larger objects, such as a tree branch or a rock thrown from another vehicle, could cause more serious injury to your dog.
• Be careful not to expose your dog to substances that are potentially irritating, so consider where you walk with him, what’s on the ground, or what fumes may be in the air.
• Take a set of blunt scissors, and then cut the hair around your pet’s eyes. Doing this will help ensure that the long hairs don’t sting your dog’s eyes and can also help prevent harmful microbes on the hairs from coming into contact with his eyes.
• Tear staining is a problem in Cockapoos simply because this breed of dog does not have good tear duct drainage. Any tears that cannot be drained simply roll down the eye and can cause staining around the eye, because wet hairs attract and accumulate debris and dust. You can easily help alleviate problems with this discoloration simply by making sure that the hair around the eyes is cut frequently. If the discoloration is high, there are several solutions and commercial products that can help. You should always consult with your vet for help and advice before applying any type of treatment solution to your dog.
• By routinely checking your dog’s eyes, you’ll be able to catch any problems before they become serious. If you see anything wrong, I suggest you contact your vet as soon as possible. Eye problems in dogs are really common, with conjunctivitis being the most common. Eye infections are usually bacterial and are easily cured with antibiotics. The antibiotics will be in liquid or lotion form.
• Bacterial eye infections will certainly clear up much faster if your dog can’t scratch or paw at his eyes. You should get a cone collar because they will stop the dog’s itchy face. It will also help prevent the problem from moving from one eye to the other.

The above facts are presented as a general guide. For anyone who isn’t sure exactly how to care for your Cockapoo’s eyes, be sure to talk to your Cockapoo’s vet. They can describe all the symptoms of common eye diseases to him, along with the symptoms he should be aware of. They will also be able to demonstrate the ideal way to clean and maintain their dog’s eyes, so that they remain healthy and problem-free.