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Updated on September 23, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 35 lbs
My 1-year old dog has developed a small ball-like structure in the corner of her left eye over the past few days. It seems to be getting bigger... her eyes water a lot in general but this eye especially lately. Do we need to go to the vet or will it resolve itself? The only other thing worth noting is that she is sneezing and snorting quite a lot lately- perhaps allergies or she has a cold... Thank you.
2 Answers

Answered By Tomasz Wnuk
Veterinarian
Published on May 19, 2020
Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
I can’t say for sure what it is. It could be a wart-like growth or a small tumor. I would definitely have Kira examined by a vet and consider removing it. Small growths in this area can rub on the cornea and cause irritation. The increased tearing will often cause sneezing and a runny nose since the tears drain out through the nose.
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