When it comes to our guinea pigs’ eyes we don’t want to take any chances. If you suspect your Texel guinea pig has injured or scratched his eye, please call your veterinarian right away. Texels commonly keep their eyes open at all times even while they are sleeping. Signs of an injury can include crusty eyes, watery eyes, discharge, cloudy eyes, protruding or bulging eyes, receding eyes or even ulcerated eyes. These symptoms could be from a variety of underlying causes so it will be important to take your cavy in for an exam with the vet immediately. The first thing your vet may check for during the exam is any debris or an object such as an eyelash in your cavy’s eye. If this is the case, he may be able to flush the eye clean with fresh water. Your vet Moorpark, CA may suggest a re-check in a couple of days.