[CorkyMax]

In replying to a post titled: Red Tears--I had researched my home vet book looking for the right answer---35 pages on the chapter about eye problems. In reading the entire chapter I came across Eye out of its socket and decided to quote about it as it is a serious condition and if it happens you should know what to do---your dog could go blind if not treated right away!! But before I quote---There are many eye problems besides this one that you should see your vet for because not treating a lot of them may cause blindness in your dog!! QUOTE:
EYE OUT OF ITS SOCKET: This is an emergency. Dislocation of one or both eyeballs is a common problem in dogs with large bulging eyes such as Boston Terriers, Pugs, Pekingnese, Maltese and some spaniels. It is generally caused by dog bites and other trauma. Struggling with these dogs while attempting to hold and restrain them for any reason can cause the eye to bulge out so far that the eyelids snap shut behind the eyeball. This prevents the eyeball from returning to its socket.
---A dislocated eyeball is an extremely serious condition that may cause loss of vision. Shortly after the eye dislocates, swelling behind the eye makes it extremely difficult to return the eyeball to its normal position.
Proceed at once to the nearest veterinary hospital.
Carry the dog, if possible. Cover the eye with a wet cloth. Prevent the dog from pawing at the eye.
---If it appears that veterinary help will not be available within 30 minutes, consider attempting to reposition the eyeball yourself. This requires at least 2 people: one to restrain and hold the dog, and the other to reposition the eye. Lubricate the surface of the eye with K-Y or pretroleum jelly and lift the eyelids out and over the eyeball, while maintaining gentle inward pressure on the globe with a wad of moist cotton. If not successful, make no further attempt. Seek professional assistance. (me talking here---Should have this jelly in your dog's 1st aid kit!!)
---After the eye has been replaced, your veterinarian may suggest a surgcal procedure to prevent a recurrence.