Treating Dog Eye Discharge at Home

For most dogs’ everyday “eye boogers,” you can use sterile saline and a soft cloth.

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Dr. Mary Cope, PhD
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Dog eye discharge, or dog eye boogers can be remedied with a variety of home treatments.
Dog eye discharge can often be treated at home with sterile saline solution, depending upon the cause. Dark tear stains like these require regular cleaning to control them.Dog eye discharge can often be treated at home with sterile saline solution, depending upon the cause. Dark tear stains like these require regular cleaning to control them. Credit: Tapanuth | Getty Images
Dog eye discharge, more commonly referred to as eye boogers, is a common concern for pet parents. The discharge can range from a mild, cosmetic issue to a sign of an underlying medical condition.
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Dr. Mary Cope, PhD
Dr. Mary Cope, PhD
Mary Cope, PhD, earned her Doctorate in Animal Nutrition from the University of Georgia in 2021 and has her Professional Animal Scientist (PAS) certification with a specialization in companion animals. Dr. Cope works as a companion animal nutritionist for a pet food consulting firm. Dr. Cope competes in a variety of AKC dog sports with her rescue dog and smooth Collie, including agility, Fast CAT, and herding.

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