How to Treat Dog Cataracts

Cataracts are the most common eye problem experienced by dogs. Dogs of all breeds and ages can get cataracts. Many dogs inherit cataracts from their parents while some dogs will get them following a trauma or disease. Cataracts can affect one or both eyes.

Instructions

• 1

  Have your dog examined by a veterinarian so she can diagnose the cataracts and make sure there is no underlying complicating issue.

• 2

  Use a topical solution as prescribed by your veterinarian to help reduce cataracts. antioxidants and lubricants in topical solutions fight off free radicals. Topical solutions are normally given to the dog, one or two drops per eye daily for the rest of their life.

• 3

  Ask your veterinarian about Nu-Eyes, another type of eye drop that may be an appropriate treatment for your dog's cataracts. The drops, which are given three or four times a day depending on your veterinarian's instructions, can improve cataracts sometimes as soon as four months but may take as long as one year to give results.

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  Consider surgical treatment for your dog's cataracts. The surgery may involve the partial or total removal of the lens. Surgery is usually 95 percent effective. Obviously, this option is expensive, so discuss the costs of the operation with your veterinarian beforehand.