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The majority of the cases seen at Atlanta Veterinary
Eye Clinic are referred by a general veterinarian. The referral is
made when an ophthalmic problem is either visible or suspected. The
problem may range from an ocular injury to a loss of vision. Consulting
an ophthalmologist allows the pet and owner to receive the benefits
from specialized diagnosis and treatment.
- Does your pet rub his eyes often?
- Do your pet's eyes appear swollen or enlarged?
- Do your pet's eyes appear cloudy or is there any redness?
- Is there any discharge in the corners of the eyes?
- Does your pet appear to tear excessively?
- Have you noticed your pet squinting or keeping his eye(s) closed?
- Does your pet occasionally bump into things?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, contact your general
veterinarian as soon as possible to facilitate a referral.
Here are some common symptoms that we see at AVEC and problems that
they could be related to:
Loss of vision: Cataracts, PRA , glaucoma retinal degeneration or
retinal detachment
