There are numerous ways dogs can injure their eyes including simply getting dirt in the eye or having the eye injured during a fight. No matter how it happens, if you notice your Poodle’s eye is swollen, bruised or appears to be torn call your vet immediately. Your Poodle may have torn his eyelid or bruised it. Your vet will most likely want you to bring your Poodle in for an exam. If this is the case, ask your vet what you should do for your dog while on the way to the office. He may suggest taking a moist cloth and patting the eye gently to stop any bleeding. Your veterinarian Jacksonville, FL may also advise you to place a cold compress on the affected eye in order to prevent or reduce any type of swelling. You should keep the cold compress in place for 10 minutes.