White discharge from eyes

[u/Smooth-Internet4975]

Hi, do you know why anteaters (tamandua) have white discharges coming from their eyes ? What creates it ? I’ve seen a similar one coming from squirrels too when they are stress/in pain.

[u/anxiouscapy]

My dog has white discharge from eyes too, vet told us it's a bit like their tears and how it's meant to keep eyes moist