[stacey09]

hi readers. Need some advice... My labrador puppy courtney has got red swollen eyelids. They dont rest on her eye they jus sort of hang away from the eye. She has it most of the time but tonight its a lot worse. The whites of her eye are not affected either.
It doesnt bother her shes fine in herself running around playin with my dalmatian puppy smashing all of my vases!!
Does any1 know what it is? Do i need a trip to the night vets??
All replys appreciated! Thanks. Stacey

[Bacis Dad]

It sound like it could possibly be an ectropian (lose eyelids) w/ possible distichia (eyelashes that grow backwards towards the eye) These are normally hereditary and require Sx to repair in the upwards of $1-2K... I would talk to your breeder (or wherever you got her) to see if they have any clause in their contract for that. Most reputable breeders will cover you up to 1yr old for hereditary problems, but I would see a vet to be sure...

[CorkyMax]

Could be this:

[B]Blepharitis in Dogs
Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids. The most common causes are bacterial infections, demodectic mites, trauma, sun sensitivity, abscesses, and as extensions of or accompanying other eye diseases. Inflammation of the lid margins is called pyogranulomatous blepharitis.

Signs of Blepharitis
The eyelids are red and swollen, and the lid margins are usually encrusted with pus discharge. The eyelids are often itchy, so the dog will paw at the eyes. Excessive blinking and sensitivity to light are also evident. Blepharitis is nearly always accompanied by conjunctivitis.

Diagnosis of Blepharitis
The diagnosis is made by the signs and a physical examination. In some cases biopsy of the lid lesions may be needed.

Treatment of Blepharitis
Treatment is directed at removing the cause. Most cases are either caused by, or accompanied by, bacterial infection, so antibiotic eye ointments are used in treatment. Dogs usually respond well to a course of prednisolone over three weeks or cephalexin. Flushing out the eyes and removing the encrusted discharges are also important in treatment.

Check out this link also: Eye Problems in Dogs

Another site to see: Dog Eye Allergies