Causes and Remedies For Dog Tear Stains
Depending on what breed of dog you may
have, they may sometimes shed tears that are significantly colored,
unlike human tears. These tears can cause stains in their coat or fur,
and the color varies per breed of dog. It is the majority of white or
light colored dogs who experience dog tear stains, most probably due to
their light color, making the stain quite visible and distinguishable.
It is not just because these breeds have lighter coat color; it is also
because they may have excess hair over their skin folds, especially
around their eyes. Having extra fur on these areas may cause the
blocking of tear ducts. Some breeds that exhibit dog tear stains
include: Poodles, Cocker spaniels, Pekinese, Shi-Tzu, Maltese and the
Pug. The causes and remedies for dog tear stains will be covered below.
Causes and Remedies for Dog Tear Stains
The causes and remedies for dog tear stains naturally
vary from breed to breed so how do dog tear stains develop? It all
begins with the dog’s tear ducts. If these ducts get blocked, they will
not be able to drain out the tears from the eyes. There are a lot of
circumstances that gets the dog’s tear duct blocked. These can include
growing hair around the eye area, having shallow eye sockets and having
eyelids that turn inward. As a result, dog tear staining can occur.
So what are you to do with your dog? The
first thing to know is why your dog sheds tears with stains. Some dogs
shed excessive tears because it is in their bloodline or a genetic
trait. There can also be a different medical cause, such as a skin
irritation or an allergy. Some of the common causes of excessive tearing
of a dog are: injuries, hair getting into the eyes, dry eyes, glaucoma,
corneal ulcers, eye infection, cataracts inflammation, and allergic
reactions.
These different causes for dog tearing
need to be observed in your dog. If you suspect he or she has an
allergic reaction, then find the source of the allergy (called an
allergen). Your dog may have a skin infection or irritation, ask your
vet what makes the dog itch and scratch, especially if the itching gets
to the eyes. Some dogs have really long fur around their eyes, making
them itchy if not properly clipped or trimmed. If you have a long coated
dog this should be an important factor of grooming, as you would want
to groom your dog not just to make him or her presentable, but also make
your pooch feel more comfortable.
You can check with your local veterinarian for causes and remedies for dog tear stains
and they will be able to provide you with a good solution for this
issue. For a home remedy, you can prepare a simple concoction to remove
the tear stains from your dog’s fur. Prepare a teaspoon of hydrogen
peroxide and corn starch. Mix them together to form a thick paste and
apply it to your dog’s stained fur while taking care this solution does
not get into your dog’s eyes. Let it sit for two hours and then wipe it
gently using a damp cloth. Brush the fur afterwards. These are a few of
the causes and remedies for dog tear stains.
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