In this episode of PawTube, a PawzNRead initiative focused on canine health and wellbeing, we discussed blindness in dogs, causes, symptoms and more with Dr Carme Tordesillas-Olivar from Dubai-based The Veterinary Hospital (TVH). She is a specialist in surgery with her latest specialty is in ophthalmology.

Dr Carme helped us understand some causes for blindness in dogs, symptoms, how to care for visually impaired dogs as well as some first aid tips.

Here’s what we discussed:

Common causes and symptoms of blindness in dogs

Is it mostly age related?

How often should dogs be brought in for check-ups at different stages of their life?

What are some crucial steps to care for dogs who are visually impaired navigate life at home and outdoors?

Some basic first aid tips for humans who have visually impaired dogs at home?

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