Incidence of ulcerative keratitis in dogs

Abstract

Retrospective data from March-2020 to February-2023 was analyzed to encounter incidence rate of ulcerative keratitis. Total 267 cases of various ocular problems were observed from 2425 cases registered at VCC during the period of three years of which highest incidence was of corneal affections (n=142). Out of 142 cases of corneal affections, the highest incidence was of ulcerative keratitis followed by superficial keratitis, pigmentary keratitis, corneal lipidosis and dermoid. Among the 55 cases of ulcerative keratitis highest incidence was seen in less than 3 years old animals and more in male group. Pugs were most prone to develop this condition followed by shih tzu, non-decript and others.