• Symptoms

  • Drooping or sagging lower eyelid

  • Visible pink inner eyelid (conjunctiva)

  • Excessive tearing or watery eyes

  • Recurrent eye infections or conjunctivitis

  • Redness and irritation of the eye

  • Discharge accumulating in the lower lid

  • Increased sensitivity to dust, wind, and debris

Treatment

• Medical management (mild cases):
  Lubricating eye drops, cleaning routines, and antibiotic or anti-inflammatory medication during flare-ups.

• Surgical correction (moderate to severe cases):
  Tightening or shortening the eyelid to restore normal position and eye protection.

• Monitoring:
  Regular eye checks to prevent secondary infections or corneal damage.

Note: Mild ectropion may be managed conservatively; severe cases usually require surgery.

Prevention

• Responsible breeding:
  Avoid breeding dogs with pronounced ectropion or excessive facial looseness.

• Environmental management:
  Keep eyes clean, protect from dust, wind, and irritants.

• Early assessment:
  Veterinary eye exams during growth stages to identify progression.

Ectropion cannot be fully prevented in predisposed breeds; prevention relies on genetic selection, early detection, and appropriate management.