Entropion in dogs
The eyelid rolls inward, so eyelashes and hair rub against the surface of the eye. This causes irritation, tearing, squinting and, if untreated, painful corneal damage. It is often inherited and usually corrected with surgery.
Breeds commonly associated with Entropion (16)
47
Anatolian Shepherd10.1 yr · giant
40
Bloodhound9.3 yr · giant
86
Bracco Italiano13.8 yr · large
38
Bullmastiff10.2 yr · giant
29
Cane Corso8.1 yr · giant
30
Caucasian Shepherd Dog5.4 yr ·
47
Chinese Shar Pei10.6 yr · medium
63
Chow Chow12.1 yr · medium
70
Clumber Spaniel12.3 yr · medium
80
German Shorthaired Pointer13.4 yr · large
78
German Wirehaired Pointer13.0 yr · large
58
Irish Water Spaniel10.8 yr · large
65
Spinone Italiano11.9 yr · large
38
St Bernard9.3 yr · giant
79
Tibetan Mastiff13.3 yr · giant
75
Weimaraner12.8 yr · large
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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.