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MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 08:29 AM

Has anyone had any experience with Angel Eyes for tear stains? I just ordered some and thought I would ask. Probably should have asked BEFORE I ordered. LOL! If you don't use Angel Eyes, is there another method of getting rid of tear stains. My baby also has saliva stains. Thanks!!

Martini19 · 11-03-2009, 08:42 AM

i just use baby wipes about every other day to clean my babes eyes..i never tried that stuff...i'm always afraid that they're just gonna over price for doing the same thing a baby wipe could do..since so much stuff is just given a special name...and then the price is raised haha...but let me know how it works!!

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 08:48 AM

Actually Angel Eyes goes in their water and it's supposed to be an all natural way to keep their eyes and nose from running which causes the stains. Then when the hair grows out, you can just cut the stains out. The little guy we just adopted has HORRIBLE tear stains and saliva/nose stains but he has a gorgeous coat. Just want his face to match the rest of him. We're trying the wipes but they don't seem to be doing anything.

Nancy1999 · 11-03-2009, 08:52 AM

There's two things going on, first you want to stop the excessive tearing, and secondly you want to get rid of stains; getting rid of the stains doesn't help much if you can't stop the tearing. Many different things can cause excessive tearing, and depending on what causes it, different products work. For example if the body's pH is out of balance, and too alkaline, apple cider vinegar can work, if the acid, tums can work. A food change works for some dogs, and for others distilled water works. If the tearing is caused by a low-grade infection, Angel Eyes can be very effective at getting rid of it, and you should see results in a few weeks. Angel eyes has a small dose of antibiotic in it, however, if the staining is really bad, you might need something to eliminate the staining as well. If you stop the excessive tearing, gradually the staining will fade, but there are several products that work on removing or lightening the stain.

This is a great article on tearing and staining, and why some products work for some dogs and not others. Just remember that there are many things that cause excessive tearing. It also has advice on removing the stains, and a simple solution of Milk of Magnesia, corn starch and peroxide is said to be very effective at bleaching the stains. Tear Staining: The Causes & Cures

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 09:10 AM

Thank you!! I will read the article and try a few things. We've only had him for about four days now so he's still adjusting to a lot of things. To be honest, his eyes don't look that runny. We're also going to start the acv anyway. It's supposed to aid in digestion and poop odor. Hopefully it will also help with the tearing.

Nancy1999 · 11-03-2009, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MommaTED

Thank you!! I will read the article and try a few things. We've only had him for about four days now so he's still adjusting to a lot of things. To be honest, his eyes don't look that runny. We're also going to start the acv anyway. It's supposed to aid in digestion and poop odor. Hopefully it will also help with the tearing.

The Angel Eyes I've read about, you sprinkle on the food, and maybe there are different types? By the way, if he's a puppy, they do tear when they are teething, and I found distilled water helps with this. Distilled water is demineralized water.

Oh, I forgot that acv stood for apple cider vinegar; I thought you were still talking about the Angel Eyes.

yorkiemamma09 · 11-03-2009, 09:25 AM

Hi, I have a Yorkie who used to stain. I changed his diet to good holistic food and clean the area with a cotton ball often and that took care of it. Also, try salmon oil.

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 09:27 AM

Nope, my puppy doesn't tear that I've noticed but he did and now that you mention that they tear when they teethe, it makes sense now.
The one with the tear stains is a year old. I haven't noticed that his eyes are tearing but he had to have gotten the stains from somewhere.
BTW, acv is also good for ear wash and yeast infections in the ear. It has tons of benefits for your dog (and YOU if you can stomach it)

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 09:31 AM

We have changed Ozzy's food to one that doesn't have any fillers and is supposed to be all natural. We get it at the feed store and our last dog lost a lot of weight on that food and was looking really healthy. Maybe that's why Ozzy's eyes don't look like they're tearing anymore. He had no problems transitioning to it either. We're just going to have do some trial and error to see what works. Thank you all for your input.

vreyes · 11-03-2009, 11:44 AM

Nancy1999 - Thank you. That was very informative. I've been trying to find out more about tearing and staining.

Lou · 11-03-2009, 02:23 PM

I used Angel eyes for my shih tzu's staining and it worked beautifully with no apparent side-effects. I sprinkled it on her food. I haven't had to put her on it a second time. Love it!

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 05:50 PM

I started it tonight. Crossing all crossables.

PenelopePup · 11-03-2009, 06:05 PM

The main ingredient in Angel Eyes is Tylan or tylosol. You can buy tylan40 and put that in her food if you run out of angel eyes. It is much cheaper and just as easy to use. I have more than one dog that i use it for so bulk is always better!

MommaTED · 11-03-2009, 06:07 PM

Thanks! That's right up my alley

cheap/diy stuff. Do I give them the same amount as indicated on the label of Angel Eyes?

PenelopePup · 11-03-2009, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MommaTED

Thanks! That's right up my alley

cheap/diy stuff. Do I give them the same amount as indicated on the label of Angel Eyes?

I give 1/8th of a teaspoon, or just a pinch of tylan 40. I know some that use 1/4th of a teaspoon, but some of their pups are bigger than mine. I have a 12 ounce jar and I think it cost me $12 plus shipping and it will last me years.
I think it will expire before I use it all!

11-03-2009, 08:29 AM	#1
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	Tears stains/Angel Eyes Has anyone had any experience with Angel Eyes for tear stains? I just ordered some and thought I would ask. Probably should have asked BEFORE I ordered. LOL! If you don't use Angel Eyes, is there another method of getting rid of tear stains. My baby also has saliva stains. Thanks!!

11-03-2009, 08:42 AM	#2
Martini19 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Reading, PA Posts: 98	i just use baby wipes about every other day to clean my babes eyes..i never tried that stuff...i'm always afraid that they're just gonna over price for doing the same thing a baby wipe could do..since so much stuff is just given a special name...and then the price is raised haha...but let me know how it works!! __________________ It's 5 O'clock somewhere, everyone needs at least a sip of a MARTINI at least once a day!! "Chocolate Martini" - My baby since May 2009

11-03-2009, 08:52 AM	#4
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	There's two things going on, first you want to stop the excessive tearing, and secondly you want to get rid of stains; getting rid of the stains doesn't help much if you can't stop the tearing. Many different things can cause excessive tearing, and depending on what causes it, different products work. For example if the body's pH is out of balance, and too alkaline, apple cider vinegar can work, if the acid, tums can work. A food change works for some dogs, and for others distilled water works. If the tearing is caused by a low-grade infection, Angel Eyes can be very effective at getting rid of it, and you should see results in a few weeks. Angel eyes has a small dose of antibiotic in it, however, if the staining is really bad, you might need something to eliminate the staining as well. If you stop the excessive tearing, gradually the staining will fade, but there are several products that work on removing or lightening the stain. This is a great article on tearing and staining, and why some products work for some dogs and not others. Just remember that there are many things that cause excessive tearing. It also has advice on removing the stains, and a simple solution of Milk of Magnesia, corn starch and peroxide is said to be very effective at bleaching the stains. Tear Staining: The Causes & Cures __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

11-03-2009, 02:23 PM	#11
Lou Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: A little town south of Chicago Posts: 4,525	I used Angel eyes for my shih tzu's staining and it worked beautifully with no apparent side-effects. I sprinkled it on her food. I haven't had to put her on it a second time. Love it! __________________ http://www.its-a-yorkie-thing.com Gracie Skeeter Adie Tyler

11-03-2009, 06:05 PM	#13
PenelopePup YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Emmett, MI. US Posts: 270	The main ingredient in Angel Eyes is Tylan or tylosol. You can buy tylan40 and put that in her food if you run out of angel eyes. It is much cheaper and just as easy to use. I have more than one dog that i use it for so bulk is always better! __________________ I have the right to remain silent, but not the ability!

11-03-2009, 08:48 AM	#3
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	Actually Angel Eyes goes in their water and it's supposed to be an all natural way to keep their eyes and nose from running which causes the stains. Then when the hair grows out, you can just cut the stains out. The little guy we just adopted has HORRIBLE tear stains and saliva/nose stains but he has a gorgeous coat. Just want his face to match the rest of him. We're trying the wipes but they don't seem to be doing anything.

11-03-2009, 09:10 AM	#5
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	Thank you!! I will read the article and try a few things. We've only had him for about four days now so he's still adjusting to a lot of things. To be honest, his eyes don't look that runny. We're also going to start the acv anyway. It's supposed to aid in digestion and poop odor. Hopefully it will also help with the tearing.

11-03-2009, 09:25 AM	#7
yorkiemamma09 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 30 Blog Entries: 2	Hi, I have a Yorkie who used to stain. I changed his diet to good holistic food and clean the area with a cotton ball often and that took care of it. Also, try salmon oil.

11-03-2009, 09:27 AM	#8
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	Nope, my puppy doesn't tear that I've noticed but he did and now that you mention that they tear when they teethe, it makes sense now. The one with the tear stains is a year old. I haven't noticed that his eyes are tearing but he had to have gotten the stains from somewhere. BTW, acv is also good for ear wash and yeast infections in the ear. It has tons of benefits for your dog (and YOU if you can stomach it)

11-03-2009, 09:31 AM	#9
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	We have changed Ozzy's food to one that doesn't have any fillers and is supposed to be all natural. We get it at the feed store and our last dog lost a lot of weight on that food and was looking really healthy. Maybe that's why Ozzy's eyes don't look like they're tearing anymore. He had no problems transitioning to it either. We're just going to have do some trial and error to see what works. Thank you all for your input.

11-03-2009, 11:44 AM	#10
vreyes Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: New Iberia Posts: 27	Nancy1999 - Thank you. That was very informative. I've been trying to find out more about tearing and staining.

11-03-2009, 05:50 PM	#12
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	I started it tonight. Crossing all crossables.

11-03-2009, 06:07 PM	#14
MommaTED Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 173	Thanks! That's right up my alley cheap/diy stuff. Do I give them the same amount as indicated on the label of Angel Eyes?