My dog's injured eye is still swollen. Will the swelling go down?

From the photo, it does look like there is a slight reduction in the swelling but this seems like a slower response than expected. Keep in mind every pet is different and every pet responds differently but I recommend to call your veterinarian. Ask about sending in the photos and describe what you are seeing. They may want to examined Stormie again. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I’m so sorry this happened to Nemi! I would say it’s not unreasonable for 4 days post-op but the swelling should be going down rapidly at this point. If it’s not improved by tomorrow, I’d pop in to see the vet who did the surgery to make sure there is not a complication such as seroma or hematoma (fluids or blood pocket). In the mean time, I recommend warm packing for 5-10 minutes 3-4 times daily. To do this, soak a wash cloth in warm water, wring it out, and put it in a plastic bag. Apply gently to the surgery site. Seepage of some clearish fluids may happen and this is just fine. Best wishes to you and Nemi!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Gunnar!! I think just 5 hours is not long enough to give the medications a chance to work. If he is WORSE have him rechecked now or if he is not better in 36-48 hours I would have him rechecked! I hope this helps and I wish Gunnar a speedy recovery!

It seems like the medication is somewhat effective if the swelling has gone down. A red/swollen eye often indicates an infection/inflammation within the eye. These problems usually take a great deal of time and medication before they are cleared, so if it's been less than two weeks, then I would continue the medication as prescribed and give it some more time. I suspect that the snorting has to do with the tear drainage and/or the eyedrops. There is a duct that connects the corner of the eye to the nose called the nasolacrimal duct, where excessive tears will drain. This often will make them sneeze and snort. If the nose has yellow or green discharge, then I would be concerned of something else going on and would recommend a vet recheck. Without knowing the specific eye problem Blondie has, it's difficult for me to assess how well the treatment is going. It would be best if you can schedule a recheck with the prescribing veterinarian, because they may have some better insight. I hope that helps and Blondie gets better soon.

Hello. This could be some type of allergic reaction. Apply a warm compress to the area twice a day for 10-15 minutes at a time. You will need to keep the water quite warm, but not uncomfortable. If the swelling does not go down by tomorrow, please make an appointment to see your veterinarian on Monday. Hopefully, the swelling will resolve by then. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

I am sorry to hear about Scooby. It is difficult to say how long it might take for swelling to go down because we do not know the cause. We can have swelling due to an abscess, cellulitis, edema (fluid buildup in the leg), a tumor or mass, trauma and development of a seroma or hematoma, or swelling due to a fracture. If the swelling is still present I would consider additional testing such as an x-ray of the leg, or ultrasound of the leg. If the vet is fairly certain it is due to infection then it could take longer than 4 days for the swelling to resolve but he may need to continue the antibiotics longer.

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Swelling of one eye only suggests traumatic episode. It could be self-inflicted trauma from excessive scratching, or it may be a blunt injury from walking into something or being scratched by another animal. As there is a risk of damage to the cornea, I would suggest you to take Cooper to your local vets today to fully examine the eye and to get treatment for him.