Veterinary Vision Center

04/07/2025

Did you know that lens luxation can cause sudden vision loss in pets?
This painful condition occurs when the lens shifts from its normal position, leading to discomfort and potentially permanent blindness if untreated. Understanding the symptoms and seeking early treatment can save your pet’s vision!

Diagnosing and Treating Lens Luxation in Dogs and Cats A pet’s eyesight is essential for their quality of life, but conditions like lens luxation can lead to severe discomfort and vision loss if not treated promptly. This ophthalmic emergency occurs when the lens becomes displaced from its normal ...

04/01/2025

Does your pet squint, tear excessively, or rub their eyes? They could be suffering from entropion, a condition where the eyelids roll inward, causing painful irritation and corneal damage.
Early diagnosis is key. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment options today.

Surgical Options for Pets with Severe Eyelid Entropion: What Owners Need to Know Eyelid entropion is a painful condition in which the eyelid rolls inward, causing the eyelashes and fur to rub against the eye. This constant irritation can lead to discomfort, excessive tearing, corneal ulcers, and eve...

03/03/2025

👀 Does your pet squint, tear excessively, or rub their eyes? They could be suffering from entropion, a condition where the eyelids roll inward, causing painful irritation and corneal damage.

Early diagnosis is key! Learn more about the symptoms and treatment options today.

Surgical Options for Pets with Severe Eyelid Entropion: What Owners Need to Know Eyelid entropion is a painful condition in which the eyelid rolls inward, causing the eyelashes and fur to rub against the eye. This constant irritation can lead to discomfort, excessive tearing, corneal ulcers, and eve...

02/28/2025

Happy Black History Month

To close out Black History Month we want to take a moment to acknowledge our beloved Dr. Kenneth Pierce. In 2011, he became the third boarded black veterinary ophthalmologist and the first black male veterinary ophthalmologist in the US. Black veterinary ophthalmologist in the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologist only make up 1% of the college. We are fortunate to have such a great person, doctor, leader and friend who cares about the pets of ArkLaTex. As well as, he supports the veterinary community with his company VESPECON, which provides vets access to veterinary specialists for all species across the nation and internationally.

Here are some holiday photos of us, the VVC team, wearing shirts Dr. Pierce got us from blend.vet. BlendVet cultivates thriving veterinary teams that enable individuals to be their authentic selves, build trusting relationships, and belonging within a diverse community empowered to increase the pathway of underrepresented minorities (URMs) into the veterinary profession. We all belong in Vet Med! 🤎

02/21/2025

3T Follow Up

Here is a up close view of the foreign body pellet who made its way into one of our patient’s eye. We call him “Busy Bee Bee” and he is also a new member to our 2025 VVC Vision and Eye Saving Wall of Fame! Please send Busy Bee Bee congratulatory wall of fame welcome messages below. 🐶👀

02/20/2025

Throwback Thursday Time

Another 3T moment! Remember the time when your parents said “don’t play with the bee bee gun… you’ll put your eye out!” Well, this dog was an innocent bystander of a stray pellet to the eye. Lodged in the lens we were able to perform cataract surgery, remove the pellet, and place a replacement intraocular lens within the eye. Sharp trauma and foreign bodies can be devastating to an eye. Immediate evaluation and intervention can be vision and eye saving. 🐶👀

02/17/2025

🐾 Is your pet bumping into things or acting differently? It might be more than just clumsiness. Retinal detachment is a serious condition that requires immediate attention. Discover how early detection and expert care at Veterinary Vision Center in Shreveport can make all the difference.

Understanding Retinal Detachment in Pets: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Vision is a crucial part of a pet’s overall well-being, and when something as serious as retinal detachment occurs, immediate veterinary attention is necessary to preserve sight and prevent permanent blindness. Retinal detac...

02/14/2025

Heartworm Follow Up

Here is the still image of our 2025 newest member of the VVC Vision and Eye Saving Wall of Fame! We call her Wormseyeee. Her hobbies are traveling to exotic locations, avoiding bright light, and causing all kinds of inflammation wherever she goes. Please say hello and send congratulatory words of welcome to the wall of fame to Wormseyeee.

02/13/2025

Throwback Thursday Time (3T)

On this episode of 3T we revisit the Thursday in January when a heartworm was removed from the anterior chamber of our patient’s eye. This condition is called Ocular Larval Migrans and is not common with the use of preventative parasiticide medications. However, in this pup one got away. Not to worry, worms in eyes are prohibited at the VVC. 🐶👀

02/08/2025

Eye drops are more than just a quick fix! If your pet or horse has an eye infection, dry eye, or glaucoma, proper eye drop administration is critical for their health. But are you giving them correctly?

Learn the best techniques for applying eye drops and explore alternative options for pets who resist treatment.

The Importance of Eye Drops for Pets and Horses: A Guide for Owners and Veterinarians Ophthalmic conditions in pets and horses often require consistent, well-timed eye drop administration to prevent discomfort, treat disease, and preserve vision. However, many owners struggle with the frequency, tec...

12/11/2024

👁️🐂 Attention Hereford cattle owners! Genetic eye conditions like PRA and cataracts can be a challenge, but with the right care, your herd can thrive. Discover how Dr. Pierce's expert ophthalmic services can make a difference. Schedule your consultation today!

Have you ever noticed one of your Hereford cattle navigating its pasture with hesitation or bumping into objects? While their sturdy frames and high-quality beef production make Hereford cattle a favorite among breeders, they can be susceptible to certain genetic eye conditions. These conditions can...

12/11/2024

🔍 Notice a red or pink mass in your pet's eye? It might be their third eyelid, known as "cherry eye." Learn about this common issue and how our expert team at Veterinary Vision Center can help. 🏥🐶🐱 Dive into our blog for insights and solutions.

Have you ever noticed a mysterious red or pink membrane appearing in the corner of your pet’s eye? That’s the third eyelid, also called the nictitating membrane. While it’s typically hidden, its sudden protrusion could be a sign of an issue requiring professional attention. At Veterinary

10/31/2024

✏️🗓️ Mark your calendars!! VVC will be seeing appointments at Red River Equine Hospital!! 🐴👁️
Please call us if you have questions and would like to make your appointments!! 📲📞

10/25/2024

Did you know poodles are prone to certain genetic eye conditions? Learn how to protect your poodle’s vision in our latest blog post.

The expressive eyes of a poodle are a window to their playful soul. While all breeds can experience eye problems, poodles are unfortunately predisposed to certain genetic eye conditions. This article provides an overview of these conditions, empowering you with the knowledge to recognize, prevent, a...

10/16/2024

09/27/2024

Did you know that eyelid masses are common in dogs? Learn how Veterinary Vision Center can help.

Eyelid masses, while sometimes alarming, are a relatively common occurrence in dogs. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options can equip you to act quickly and provide the best possible care for your beloved pet. What Are Eyelid Masses in Dogs? Eyelid masses, also sometimes referred....

09/16/2024

Labrador retrievers are one of America’s most beloved dog breeds. These goofy dogs are relatively healthy, but they can develop breed-related genetic eye health issues that impact vision or comfort. Check out our latest blog post to learn about common genetic eye problems in Labrador retrievers, including signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Labrador retrievers are friendly and loyal, but like many purebred dogs, they can develop genetic or inherited conditions. Genetic eye conditions in Labs can adversely affect vision or cause chronic discomfort. Lab owners should learn to recognize common eye disease signs and understand how to handl...