If your dog guards its food or other objects, retrain it or take preventive measures. A cat that approaches a dog guarding its food may risk injury. A common concern among dog owners is that a cat will scratch their dog's face and, in particular, its eyes. This concern may be less common when an unfamiliar dog is introduced to a resident cat. A cat will rarely attack a dog without provocation unless it is cornered or threatened.
Most dogs have a long muzzle and quick reflexes that adequately protect their eyes from cats.
Your dog's eyes are more likely to be injured from flying debris when its head protrudes from your car window. Any traumatic corneal lacerations caused by a cat usually heal well with veterinary care. Also see How Dogs Think . Nothing can replace a complete history and physical examination performed by your veterinarian. Please let me know what you think of this site and what you would like to see on it.