The simple answer is no. Veterinarians tell us that dogs adapt very well to losing their vision. Owners of blind dogs will tell you the same thing. They can still get lots of enjoyment from food, walks, games, exploring, and lounging around like they always have.
Is it fair to keep a blind dog?
A blind pet can continue in every way in their primary role as a loving companion. It is important to recognize that, while vision is important to dogs and cats, they have many other senses that help them adjust to the loss of this one.
Is it cruel to put down a blind dog?
Just because your dog’s gone blind and is aging doesn’t mean he should be put down. Surprisingly, some people think it’s cruel to keep a blind dog, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Dogs don’t have nearly as good vision as humans, in general, so being blind really doesn’t affect them too much.
Do dogs get sad when they go blind?
Some dog’s can become withdrawn or depressed when they first go blind, especially in cases of sudden onset blindness. Try to keep their routine as normal as possible. If they loved their morning walks, continue to take them.
