Motion sensitivity has been noted as the critical aspect of canine vision. So much of dog behavior deals with posture and appropriateness. Dog owners need to modify training based on this fact. If you want your dog to perform an action based on a silent cue from you, Dr. Hamor suggests using a wide sweeping motion to cue your dog. When dogs go blind, owners often wonder if the dogs' quality of life has diminished to the point where they are no longer happy.
Blind dogs lead happy lives if they are comfortable.
The owner may need to make some adjustments in the pet's environment, such as having a fenced yard, taking leashed walks, and not leaving unusual objects in normal pathways. When blind dogs are in their normal environment, most people don't know they are blind. When clients visit Dr. Hamor asking about quality of life for their newly blind dog, Dr. Hamor suggests that they take a month to see if they and their dog are happy. In the majority of cases, the owners never come back. For further information on dog vision and problems with your dog's eyes, contact your local veterinarian.