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Vet Tip: How to Clean Your Dog's Eyes and Get Rid of Tear Stains
27.04.2023 05:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25
Tear spots are red-brown spots around the corners of a dog's eyes. In this article, we will tell you what causes tear stains and crusts around the eyes of dogs and how to properly clean them.
How to properly clean your dog's eyes
Tears accumulate around the dog's eyes.
Some dog breeds are more prone to tear stains due to their physiology.
For example: Shih Tzu, Maltese have short noses and narrow nasal drainage channels. This slows down or completely prevents the natural dispersal of tear fluid.
In white dogs, the spots take on a dark tint due to the iron content in the tears.
Tear stains are rarely a cause for concern in dogs, but they can be indicative of a pet's health problems.
If you have to rub your dog's eyes often, more than 1-2 times a week, see your veterinarian.
Irritation or infection can cause abnormal eyelash growth or allergies.
With an eye infection, the discharge turns green and yellow.
Another reason for frequent discharge is dry eyes due to dry air at home or other reasons.
How to properly clean your dog's eyes
The area around the eyes of the animal is very delicate and sensitive. Therefore, cleaning must be careful.
To clean the corners of your eyes, use a warm, damp washcloth or clean cloth.
Gently press the washcloth to the eye and wipe off the selection.
Check with your veterinarian that discharges from your dog's eyes is normal.
