The eyes are the only organ that allows external visualization of the internal body cavity. As a result, the eyes often exhibit changes based on many non-primary ocular diseases (diabetes, high blood pressure, infectious disease, endocrine disease, cancer, or heart disease). Ophthalmology examination along with a minimal database of diagnostic tools (fluorescein stain, Schirmer Tear Test, and Tonometry) are utilized to aid in proper diagnosis and treatment. Below is a list of clinical signs to watch out for:
- Redness
- Increased tear production
- Blinking/Eyelid twitching
- Mucous discharge
- Abnormal colored discharge
- Abnormal color of inside of eye
- Increased eye size
- Crying out when touching face
- Running into things
- Not eating
- Not playing
