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My dog has bloodshot eyes and eye boogers. Is it an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Male | neutered | 60 lbs

My dog has almost bloodshot eyes and he has some eye boogers around them. What could this possibly be? And would it be something to contact an emergency vet or could I wait until tomorrow to make an appointment?

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Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on August 11th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be due to an eye injury or conditions such as a corneal laceration, corneal ulcer, conjunctivitis, dry eye (also known as KCS), among many other conditions. This can likely wait until tomorrow and not need an emergency visit. He is super handsome! Have a good day!
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