my boxer has an eye discharge that has a strong odor. what is it? how can we treat it?
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Master Advisor Matthew says:
January 22nd, 2009 at 04:25 PM
Hi
Any mucoid eye discharge usually means bacterial conjunctivitis, but being a boxer, I would also be concerned that the dog could have a corneal ulcer. That can get serious if left untreated so I would advise getting the eye checked by your vet.
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