It’s a way for the body to lubricate the affected eye, but it can also pose serious health issues for your dog. So even if it doesn’t affect the sight of English Bulldogs, it could be a sign that they need medical attention. However, it’s always not the best treatment because it also removes the tear glands, which can cause other complications for Bulldogs. Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS)

The severity of corneal ulcers will depend on how long it took for the medical intervention to occur. Diagnosis and Treatment of Ulcerative Keratitis Remember, distichiasis and ectopic cilia may have similar symptoms. It can be challenging for most people to determine which of these two causes discomfort for their dogs.If left untreated, the blood vessels in their eyes will bulge, and the cornea will protrude from their eyes, making it more painful for them to blink. Diagnosis and Treatment of Entropion However, it often develops during the puppy stage and can lead to other more serious eye complications. It’s also not as painful as other eye conditions for English Bulldogs, but it can restrict eyesight and cause irritation.

Ulcerative keratitis, or corneal ulcers, is one of the most serious eye conditions for English Bulldogs. Aloe Vera: Known for its soothing and moisturizing properties, aloe vera is a common ingredient in Bulldog Skincare products. It can help hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. I liked using the BullDog Age Defense Eye Roll-On. It has a pretty nice list of ingredients that work as an okay preventative measure against aging and dry skin, and it can end up giving you quite a dewy fresh, brightened look around the eye area. But I'm speaking strictly as someone with no eye-area-related issues. My only 'issue' is that I have a couple of fine lines when I don't sleep well, but this eye cream easily plumped them up. No complaints there. All this to say is that while I was quite content with this product, if you're someone with deep dark circles, this product isn't going to magically make them disappear and has rather slim chances of diminishing them. Sometimes, allergies are the cause of tear stains, and choosing a dog food with no artificial additives and preservatives may alleviate your bully’s tearing problem. In other cases, changing your bully’s pH will help prevent tear stains, and you can achieve this by feeding him ½ of a fruit flavored antacid twice daily or adding a teaspoon of vinegar to his drinking water. However, some bulldogs won’t drink water that has been treated with vinegar, so you need to make sure that your bully’s water intake does not decrease. Good Vision Is Important for Quality of Life Sometimes, the PPM gets so extensive that it causes cataracts, which may require corrective surgery.

Ulcerative Keratitis

Chemical burns can also cause ulcerative keratitis, usually following soap or shampoo getting inside the Bulldog’s eyes. There are times when a Bulldog will excessively squint or frequently rub the eye area, which are common signs of discomfort. As mentioned, PPM will resolve itself over time. Still, your veterinarian may provide you with medicated eye drops to help break down the membranes if it continues. The first symptom you’ll notice when your Bulldog has ectropion is the severe sagging of the bottom eyelids. The first signs that your bully is suffering from entropion are tearing, eye rubbing, bloodshot eyes, and/or a milky cloud that develops over part or all of the eye. If entropion persists and your bully’s eyelashes scratch his eye for a prolonged period of time, the blood vessels in his eye will bulge, and his cornea may appear to protrude or bulge from his eye.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (Sunflower): Emollient (Softens and soothes and acts as a moisturizer) + Hydration (Fatty Acids) + Anti-inflammatory (L inoleic acid) Like entropion, a veterinarian may decide to delay the operation until full maturity to reduce the number of times a Bulldog goes through surgery. Bulldog sells various different product lines, each with their own speciality. For this review, I’m focusing on their Energising Eye Roll On. Ectopic Cilia are eyelashes that grow through the mucous membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid, and they cause intense pain. Most commonly occurring on the upper middle eyelid, ectopic cilia rub against the cornea and can cause dangerous corneal ulcers.However, a result of 15 to 19mm (0.59 to 0.04in) wetting per minute could be a sign that your Bulldog is going through the early stages of KCS. Trichiasis is a condition in which the eyelashes grow inward toward the eyeball. If your bully has trichiasis, you may notice swollen eyes, excessive tearing, eye twitching, and a pigment change in the colored portion of his eye. Mild cases of trichiasis are controlled by trimming the problem eyelashes, while more severe cases require surgery to permanently remove the eyelashes. Eye Health Care in Bulldogs Veterinarians can diagnose ectopic cilia through a physical examination, which can be very uncomfortable for the dog. The conditions covered below are usually less serious than the previously discussed ailments. #7. Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)