The Aussie Bull-Blog

The medical term for ‘cherry eye’ is nictitans gland prolapse, or prolapse of the gland of the third eyelid. Unlike people, dogs have a ‘third eyelid’ that contains a tear gland and is located in the corner of each eye. Under normal circumstances, this gland is not visible and aids in the production of tears. For some reason, which is not completely understood, the gland of the third eyelid prolapses or comes out of its normal position and swells creating the condition known as cherry eye.

What dogs are likely to get cherry eye?

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A well-trained, well-socialised dog who can understand basic commands will be a happy dog who is less likely to get into trouble.

Puppy pre-school aims to teach your dog to interact appropriately with other dogs and people. Classes are run by qualified veterinary nurses and Canine Good Citizen dog instructors.

Using positive training methods, basic commands such as come, sit and stay and cover toilet training are taught, and how to deal with digging, chewing and barking.

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