Dry eye in dogs
A condition where the eyes do not produce enough tears, so they become dry, red, sore and prone to sticky discharge and ulcers. Left untreated it can cause pain, scarring and reduced vision.
2 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Dry eye, including Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 11.8 to 14.0 years.
Dry eye in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- eye condition
- Breeds affected
- 2 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Dry eye is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Dry eye (2), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.