Shih Tzu eye problems are very common because of the breeding issues! Overview of common Shih Tzu eye infections, and disorders Shih Tzu breed can suffer from many different eye issues. These are quite common, they can be due to Types of eye disorders Eye disorders include a wide range of diseases, that can affect different parts of the eye, there are diseases that … [Read more...]
Dog pink eye conjunctivitis infection
What is conjunctivitis? Pink eye or technically called conjunctivitis or Dog pink eye conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva. Conjunctiva is the upper layer of skin (membrane) that covers the eyeball and lines the inner surface of eyelids. This condition is the eye's response to bugs or chemical irritations that may face the eyes. Eye infection may also be as … [Read more...]
Shih Tzu cataract – Should be detected early and treated to avoid Blindness!
What is a cataract? Cataract is an eye condition where the eye lens, a transparent, see-through structure inside the eyes turns cloudy (Opaque). When cataract happens, the light can no longer get to the retina where information is sent to the brain. Therefore the dog becomes blind Cataract generally happens after 5 to 6 years of age, but it may be an Inherited condition … [Read more...]
Shih Tzu glaucoma – This is the most Painful eye problem!
What is Glaucoma? Shih Tzu glaucoma is a scary eye condition! in which the pressure of the liquids inside the eye (intraocular pressure) raises abnormally. This is a painful condition that may lead to eye damage and vision impairment if it is not controlled. The condition is hereditary, meaning it is passed down from either the Mother or Father as most eye problems … [Read more...]
Spaying a dog – The MOST Critical things you MUST know Before!
Spaying a dog is a serious decision for any dog owner! Should I spay my female Shih Tzu dog? Is it dangerous? would it hurt her? Here are the answers from a fully qualified veterinarian to all those CRITICAL questions that you were worried about... There are only 3 ways to spay : Here is all you wanted to know and more! 1.What is spaying a dog? Spaying or ovariectomy … [Read more...]
