Cows' Eye Health: Common Diseases, Blindness Risk, and Prevention Tips for Farmers

• Dr. Anil from Chas Pet Clinic, Bokaro, highlights that cows' eyes are sensitive, and negligence can lead to blindness.
• Conjunctivitis, a common disease, causes pink/red, swollen eyes with watery discharge, treatable with vet-prescribed drops and medicines.
• Corneal ulcers, often due to injury, result in eye wounds, squint, and a white layer, requiring urgent veterinary care to prevent vision loss.
• Eye worm infections, prevalent in grazing cows, cause blinking, eye rubbing, and stumbling, preventable with timely medication and hygiene.
• Dry eye, common in summer, involves pus-like discharge and frequent blinking, necessitating regular cleaning and appropriate medication; Vitamin A deficiency also impacts vision.

Why It Matters: Cattle owners must prioritize eye health, recognize common diseases, and seek timely veterinary care to prevent blindness.