Service
Veterinary ophthalmology
Veterinary ophthalmology is an external service provided at Badavet with the collaboration of Joan Quesada, who sees your pet’s eye consultations at the clinic itself.
What we treat
Veterinary ophthalmology covers the eye health of dogs and cats: from minor surface irritation to problems that can affect their sight if not assessed in time.
This service is provided at Badavet by Joan Quesada, an external veterinarian specialising in ophthalmology, who visits the clinic to see patients. Appointment requests are always handled by the Badavet team.
Eyes are among the organs that tolerate waiting worst: a corneal ulcer or glaucoma can go from discomfort to loss of vision within days. So a red eye, a closed eye or noticeable tearing is worth checking promptly, even if the animal seems otherwise fine.
An ophthalmology consultation goes beyond looking at the eye: it includes specific tests such as fluorescein staining to detect ulcers, intraocular pressure measurement and assessment of tear production. Some brachycephalic breeds, such as bulldogs and pugs, and certain long-haired breeds are predisposed to particular eye problems.
When to get in touch
It is worth booking an eye assessment if you notice any of these signs:
The eye looks red, swollen, or keeps watering.
Your pet blinks a lot, rubs the eye, or seems bothered by light.
You notice cloudiness, or a change in the eye’s colour or shine.
They seem to see worse than usual or hesitate moving around familiar spaces.
A red eye, half closed or kept shut.
More tearing than usual, or a different discharge.
Rubbing the eyes against the floor or furniture.
The surface of the eye has lost its shine or looks bluish or cloudy.
Bumping into objects or hesitating in familiar places.
How we work
We listen
Tell us what you have noticed and what worries you.
We assess
We examine your pet and recommend any tests that are needed.
We explain
We go through the results and the different options with you.
We follow up
We track their progress and answer any questions you have.
Frequently asked questions
Can a red eye wait until tomorrow?
Better not. A red eye with pain, a closed lid or loss of transparency deserves assessment the same day: in ophthalmology, hours matter. Outside our opening hours, emergencies go to the Hospital Veterinari del Mar in Barcelona.
Can I use eye drops I already have at home?
Not before we have seen the eye. Some corticosteroid drops make a corneal ulcer much worse, and that is exactly one of the conditions most often mistaken for simple conjunctivitis. The wrong product can turn a treatable problem into a serious one.
Who runs the ophthalmology consultation?
Joan Quesada, who comes to Badavet to see eye cases at the clinic itself. The clinic team handles follow-up between visits.
Tell us what your pet needs
Send us a request and we will call you to arrange the visit.