Charlotte

What is entropion?
Entropion is an abnormality of the eyelids in which the eyelid "rolls" inward. This inward rolling often causes the hair on the surface of the eyelid to rub against the cornea (outer part of the eyeball) resulting in pain, corneal ulcers or corneal erosions.

How is entropion treated?
The treatment for entropion is surgical correction. A section of skin is removed from the affected eyelid to reverse its inward rolling. In some cases, a primary, major surgical correction will be performed, and will be followed by a second, minor corrective surgery later. Two surgeries are often performed to reduce the risk of over-correcting the entropion, resulting in an outward-rolling eyelid known as ectropion. Not all dogs require a second surgery however.

My adopters need to be able to tell if further issues arise with my eyes. Generally most dogs will squint, hold the eye shut and tear excessively. If it is necessary, it is up to my new family to do my second surgery.My rescuers are hoping I won't need it, but there is a small chance I will. You can see some of my before, during and after photos, in the photos on this ad. The difference is incredible in how I look and the smile I had when I was healed!

At the moment I am enjoying a type of biscuit called 'Holistic Select' as I do have some food allergies. My rescuers are still trying to find out exactly what it is, that makes me itchy and puffy. They think perhaps sweet potato and rice. While I am in foster they will keep trialling and try to pin point it. However for now, Holistic Select agrees with me and is a very good quality food meaning I look and feel my best! (I also poop small amounts!). There is a picture of what I need in the photos section of this ad.