Why does the dog keep crying?
In the past 10 days, the topic of pet health has continued to increase in popularity on social media. In particular, the issue of "dogs crying all the time" has attracted the attention of many pet owners. This article will combine popular discussions on the Internet and professional veterinary advice to provide you with a detailed analysis of the possible causes, symptoms and countermeasures of dogs crying.
1. Common reasons why dogs shed tears

| Reason type | Specific instructions | Proportion (discussion data of the entire network) |
|---|---|---|
| eye infection | Bacterial/viral conjunctivitis, keratitis, etc. | 35% |
| congenital factors | Narrowed or blocked tear ducts (common in short-nosed breeds) | 28% |
| allergic reaction | Pollen, dust mite or food allergies | 18% |
| foreign body irritation | hair, dust or chemicals | 12% |
| Other diseases | Glaucoma, trichiasis, etc. | 7% |
2. Comparison of symptoms in popular discussions
Compiled based on 2,000+ discussion data on Weibo, Zhihu and other platforms in the past 10 days:
| Symptoms | May be associated with diseases | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Clear tears + brown tear stains | Tear duct problems/poor diet | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| yellow purulent discharge | bacterial infection | ★★★☆☆ |
| Frequent eye scratching + redness and swelling | Allergy/foreign body irritation | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Corneal turbidity + photophobia | Keratitis/Glaucoma | ★★★★★ |
3. The 5 issues most concerned about by shit shovelers
1."How to clean tear stains safely?"Hot tip: Use tear stain wipes specially designed for pets (TikTok-related videos have been viewed over 8 million times)
2."Circumstances requiring immediate medical attention"Professional veterinarian reminds: If symptoms of corneal ulcer (squinting, photophobia) occur, you need to see a doctor within 24 hours
3."Is the dietary regimen effective?"Xiaohongshu’s popular notes show that hypoallergenic food improvement cases accounted for 62%, but medical examinations are required
4."Home Care Taboo"Experts warn: Eye drops for human use may contain deadly ingredients (#petmedicationmisconceptions# has been read more than 100 million times in the past three days)
5."Ranking of preventive measures"Weibo voting results show: Regularly trim the hair around the eyes (89% support) > Keep the environment clean (76%) > Supplement vitamin A (53%)
4. Processing procedures recommended by professional veterinarians
1.preliminary observations: Record the frequency of tears and the color of secretions (it is recommended to take photos for recording)
2.household disposal: Wipe gently with a cotton ball moistened with saline (note: do not wipe in reverse)
3.Prepare for medical treatment: Collect information on recent dietary changes and environmental changes
4.Check items: Fluorescein staining test (detection rate 92%), tear secretion test
5.Treatment options: Antibiotic eye drops (bacterial) → surgical dredging (structural) → anti-allergic treatment (immune)
5. References to recent hot cases
| Case source | Dog breed/age | final diagnosis | treatment cycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douyin "Cute Pet Diary" | Bichon Frize/2 years old | Double eyelashes | Surgery + 14 days of care |
| Station B UP owner "Veterinarian Lao Li" | Corgi/5 months | Chlamydia infection | 21 days of antibiotics |
| Zhihu hot post | Husky/3 years old | environmental allergies | Replace air purifier |
Warm reminder:If your dog's tears last for more than 48 hours, or are accompanied by other abnormal symptoms, please contact a professional pet hospital in time. Recently, hot weather has occurred in many places. Pay attention to maintaining moderate humidity in air-conditioned rooms (recommended 40%-60%), which can effectively reduce drying irritation. (The statistical period of this article’s data: November 1-10, 2023)
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