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Last Updated on January 18, 2022 by Steve B Leave a Comment

Are Bichon Frises Prone to Cataracts in Dogs?

cataracts in dogs

Cataracts in dogs are common, just like they are in older people. However, because dogs use their keen senses of smell and hearing to compensate, we often have trouble discovering that our dogs are losing their sight. Bichon Frises, like other dog breeds, can lose their vision because of cataracts. Because cataracts usually develop slowly, […]

Filed Under: Senior Dog Health Problems Tagged With: blindness in dogs, dog anxiety, dog eye problems

Last Updated on January 19, 2022 by Steve B Leave a Comment

Is Your Dog Going Blind?

dog going blind

Barring accidents and blindness from birth, there are still a number of reasons that your dog could be going blind.  In most cases, your dog will be a senior dog, but that is not always the case. If your dog becomes blind suddenly, you will probably figure it out pretty easily.  An accident that damages […]

Filed Under: Senior Dog Health Problems Tagged With: blindness in dogs, diabetes in dogs, dog eye problems

Last Updated on January 19, 2022 by Steve B Leave a Comment

Caring for a Blind Dog

Bichon Frise with bladder stones

Caring for a blind dog is similar to how we teach a blind person to function in their daily activities.  You will need to make a few simple changes to your home and teach your dog to move from place to place safely. As an occupational therapist, I was able to work with blind people, […]

Filed Under: Senior Dog Care Tagged With: blind dog products, blindness in dogs, dog eye problems, senior dog products

Last Updated on January 19, 2022 by Steve B Leave a Comment

Eye Care for Animals

Bichon mix dog with glasses

Eye care for animals takes only a few minutes a day. Bichon Frises usually have healthy eyes, with tear staining as the most common problem. Just like humans, dogs need good vision to function well. Keeping your dog’s eyes healthy and his vision clear is up to you. Dog eye care is not difficult. Just […]

Filed Under: Bichon Frise Adult Care Tagged With: dog eye problems, dog grooming, tear stains

Last Updated on January 24, 2022 by Steve B 1 Comment

Dog Tear Stains in Bichon Frises

Bichon Frise tear stains

Bichon Frise dog tear stains are reddish or brownish marks or stains that are found on the inside corner of a dog’s eyes or just below his eyes. While dog tear stains can look pretty nasty, they usually don’t pose a serious health risk.  However, tear stains can  indicate that your Bichon Frise has allergies […]

Filed Under: Bichon Frise Adult Care Tagged With: dog eye problems, dog grooming

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