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Dog sprayed by skunk, eyes red. What emergency care is needed?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Blue Heeler | Female | spayed | 25 lbs

My blue healer got sprayed by a skunk about 30 minutes ago. I think she got sprayed on her face because her eyes are bright red. I’ve already rinsed them out multiple times. What else can I do to help her?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2020

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Ella. Poor girl, that's awful. I also suspect she was sprayed in the face if her eyes are bright red. Getting sprayed in the eyes by a skunk is akin to getting sprayed in the eyes with tear gas. This requires immediately veterinary care. Please take her into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website. I hope this helps!
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