Instructions
Confirm with your veterinarian that your pig has an infection. Potbellied pigs generally have watery eyes, but excess crusting, redness and oozing should be examined by your vet.
Determine the cause of the infection. Atrophic Rhinitis (AR) is an upper respiratory infection coupled with a runny nose. In severe cases, your pig's nose can become disfigured. Entropion is a condition where the eyelids and lashes turn in and might require surgery. Another cause of the infection could be injury to the eye from being poked. One last plausible cause is malnutrition leading to repetitive infections. Chronic issues might not be diagnosed in the first veterinarian visit.
Give your potbellied pig the antibiotic medications as prescribed by your veterinarian.
Use a pig eye wash solution such as "Opticlear." This should be done while your pig is recovering from the infection. Additionally, do this monthly to reduce irritant exposure from dust or pollution to help keep your pig healthy.
Add vitamin E supplements to your pig's diet. This helps reduce recurring eye infections, according to PotBelliedPig.com.
How to Treat an Eye Infection in a Potbellied Pig
Potbellied pigs are miniature pigs, often about maxing out at about 200 pounds. One of the common issues with potbellied pigs is eyes that are constantly watering. While the watering itself is not a problem, if your potbellied pig has developed an infection resulting from a respiratory infection, entropion or injury, you will need to resolve the infection as quickly as possible to prevent permanent damage to your pet's eyes. Consult your veterinarian regarding concerns about eye infections.