Aim: To report the case of a prolapsed third eyelid gland in a bull mastiff in which surgical treatment using modified pocket technique was performed. Presentation: A two month old, male, bull mastiff weighing 30 kg was presented with a pinkish fleshy mass of tissue protruding from the medial canthus of the left eye, conjunctivitis and ocular discharges. The condition was confirmed to be a prolapse of the third eyelid gland following clinical examination. The surgical reposition of the prolapsed gland using pocket technique was done. Discussion: Cherry eye may occur secondary to inflammation and weakness of the supporting ligament that attaches the gland to its anatomical position. Surgical correction of the prolapse using
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