Yes, you can buy high quality sunglasses for your dog for under $25. These sunglasses are designed especially for dogs and typically have two adjustable straps- one that goes under the chin and another that goes around the back of the head under the ears.
UV Protection with Dog Sunglasses
Dog sunglasses provide UV protection for dog's eyes similar to the protection provided by sunglasses for people. This can be important for dogs that spend a lot of time outside, especially in environments where your dog is exposed to lots of reflected light: boating on the water, on the beach, or in snow on a sunny day. This style of dog sunglasses looks like human sunglasses with straps adde.
Dog Goggles: Protection from Blowing Debris
Some styles of dog sunglasses are more like goggles than glasses. They remind me of swim goggles with an extra strap. The goggle style dog sunglasses provide protection from blowing sand, dust, and other debris in addition to UV protection. Military dogs use the goggle style of dog sunglasses when working in environments with eye irritants. Some dog owners put dog goggles on their dog during car rides so the dog can put his head out the window. The goggles protect the dog's eyes from drying out and from blowing debris.
Dog Sunglasses for Medical Conditions
Some dogs have medical conditions that make their eyes more sensitive to sunlight. German Shepherds and some other breeds are susceptible to an eye condition called Pannus which is caused by UV light exposure. Dog sunglasses are helpful for dogs with Pannus that will spend a lot of time outdoors. As dogs age, their iris muscle may become weaker, which reduces the ability to constrict and reduce the amount of light entering the eye. Dog sunglasses are useful for older dogs that have sensitivity to bright light. Dog sunglasses may help prevent cataracts in dogs.
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