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Expert: Charlotte Sherrell, DVM - 5/12/2009


Question
Our one and a half year old half Shiba Inu half mini American Eskimo's left eye has been "tearing" more than usual lately and she has been scratching her face as well, but the tear color isn't anything unusual than before. She has also developed a slight cut from scratching so hard on the underside of her muzzle and also on the inside of her right ear.

Just wondering if this could be allergies of some sort?

Answer
Kylie -


Certainly, she could have allergies, but that should be determined by a veterinarian.  There are many other conditions that could cause her to scratch at her eyes and that could cause her eyes to tear.

Best Regards,

Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

Expertise

General questions about the care and diseases of small animals

Experience

I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association American Association of Feline Practitioners Association of Shelter Veterinarians

Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University Extensive CE in Feline Medicine

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