Dog Tear Stain Remover

So I’ve decided to take another break today and instead of talking about how to train a dog I’m gonna write about dog tear stain remover… yes there is such a thing called dog tear stain remover. I know that tear stains have nothing to do with dog training but it has to do with the overall health of your dog so I've decided to write about it.

Tear stains are common especially in light colored and white breeds. If you don’t clean around your dog’s eyes regularly then they could be left with some tear stains that can only be removed with using dog tear stain remover product.

Before I get into the meat of post I’ve just wanted to list some breeds who are commonly effected by tear stains. It is important to note that almost all dogs can be affected by tear stains but some breeds are more susceptible than others.

1. Maltese
2. Poodle
3. Bichon Frise
4. West Highland Terrier
5. American Eskimo

If you notice the breeds I’ve listed are white dogs and more fluffy. Other not so fluffy breeds such as the Bull Terrier, Bulldogs and Boxers can also be affected and may need a dog tear stain remover to eliminate those unsightly stains.

There are many products on the market that can help minimize the staining. You should however be picky about the dog tear stain remover you choose as they are applied so close to your dog’s eyes.

How to Choose a Dog Tear Stain Remover

The ingredients in a dog tear stain remover should be considered carefully. Harsh ingredients can end up irritating your dog’s eyes which will only make the problem worse. Make sure that the product you but contains not alcohol or bleach. You can also smell the product and if it’s harsh to your nose it may not be the best product to purchase.

It may take some experimentation to find a dog tear stain remover that doesn’t bother your dog. If your dog is squirming every time your try to apply the remover than it may be bothering her and you may want to try another product. You should make sure that the product you but contains a conditioner. You don’t want the application to leave your dog’s fur dry and dull and conditioner in a dog tear stain remover won’t have this undesirable effect.

I’ve should of mentioned this earlier but you should make sure that the tear stains are not from an underlying hearth problem. If you suspect the your dog may have an eye infection you should consult a veterinarian. You want the remover to work but you don’t want to keep using it. You should also be very careful not to get the stain remover in your dog’s eyes so take care when you apply it.

I know this wasn’t one of my regular posts about how to train a dog but you’ll see me do this from time to time. Stay tuned for some more dog training posts such as:

How to train a dog tricks
How to train a blind dog
And much more

Thanks for reading my post about dog tear stain remover.

Berto