dwarf rabbit 9 years old

Question
We just adopted a 9 year old dwarf rabbitt. It is very sweet and looks very
healthy. We are concerned with a constant clear milky drip coming form it's
eyes. I know their tears can be this color. Is this common? it also has a light
film over both eyes is this from old age? should we see a vet or is there a
home/natural way to heal this? I have been using tea bags and this seems to
be helping. Thank You. New Rabbit Mom

Answer
Dear Alexandra,

Older rabbits often have runny eyes due to blocked tear ducts.  Sometimes a bit of antibiotic/steroid ophthalmic ointment from the vet can clear up the problem.  But sometimes the problem is due to dental disorders, and are harder to fix.  Please read:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sneezing.html

and find a good rabbit vet here to help you:

www.rabbit.org/vets

Hope this helps.

Dana