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It is often inherited and has a strong tendency to occur in dogs with loose droopy skin.

Hereditary or developmental ectropion is most common in young dogs whereas acquired ectropion can develop as a result of nerve damage or injury and can occur with corneal injury, infection or other severe inflamatory conditions.

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