RE: Nasty Eyes
The Reds, typically have a bit more loose skin in and about the face are sometimes prone to getting dirt and other contaminants in the red fleshy area around the eyes. The fact that their lids have a "looser fit" around the eye like the bloodhound, which is why in many you see the red fleshy tissue around the eye makes them prone to eye infections and irritations. The reds we have had here in the rescue have all had this same condition. The advice from our vet was as follows: If the eye itself is not puffy, red, or appears uncomfortable to the dog, and there is no swelling...first try cleaning the eye with a warm rag and some over the counter eye wash two to three times a day for a day or two and see if condition improves. If not it is time for a trip to the vet.
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