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kayi078 09-14-2011 10:07 AM
Best eye drop to reduce dog's tears?
 
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Maximo 09-14-2011 10:15 AM
Eye drops are not what your pup needs. Diet and environmental allergens are the primary contributors to tears. Keep the corners of the eyes clean and dry so as not to promote yeast growth.

occy 10-01-2011 09:31 AM
I found when I switched to bottled water, the tears stopped.

ArmaniMan 10-01-2011 10:57 AM
I would not put any drops in my dogs eyes for tears unless they were prescribed by the vet. There are many things to do to help prevent staining, switching diets, changing to bottled water, cleaning and drying the eyes each night with a warm washcloth, using a good face scrub when they are in the tub, etc.

guliverandmaya 10-02-2011 07:05 AM
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Originally Posted by ArmaniMan (Post 3680844)
I would not put any drops in my dogs eyes for tears unless they were prescribed by the vet. There are many things to do to help prevent staining, switching diets, changing to bottled water, cleaning and drying the eyes each night with a warm washcloth, using a good face scrub when they are in the tub, etc.
when you say bottled water, do you also mean filtered? as in Brita?

My lil friend 10-02-2011 07:57 AM
I also am interested in a clarification on bottled water.
What type of diet changes would be suggested?

LuvTaycieGirl 10-02-2011 08:18 AM
I started really to battle tear stains when Taycie turned a year. I tried countless different foods, different products for staining and NOTHING was working. She was also battling other allergy symptoms as well. Finally after discussing everything with my vet we decided to put her on Royal Canin Rabbit and Potato.

FINALLY, we are tear stain free. I really believe this food did the trick, I was also at the point that maybe it was just genetics I was battling but now I know it wasn't. Her face looks amazing right now!
I have always used bottled water, and I really like the Gerber Water for babies. I buy it at Walmart for 1.00 a gallon.

I also have prescribed eye drops that my vet put Taycie on. Because of her allergies, she likes me to put these in her eyes after being outside. I would discuss with your vet your options and his/her recommendations before putting anything in the eyes. I am glad I did!

guliverandmaya 10-02-2011 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681553)
I started really to battle tear stains when Taycie turned a year. I tried countless different foods, different products for staining and NOTHING was working. She was also battling other allergy symptoms as well. Finally after discussing everything with my vet we decided to put her on Royal Canin Rabbit and Potato.

FINALLY, we are tear stain free. I really believe this food did the trick, I was also at the point that maybe it was just genetics I was battling but now I know it wasn't. Her face looks amazing right now!
I have always used bottled water, and I really like the Gerber Water for babies. I buy it at Walmart for 1.00 a gallon.

I also have prescribed eye drops that my vet put Taycie on. Because of her allergies, she likes me to put these in her eyes after being outside. I would discuss with your vet your options and his/her recommendations before putting anything in the eyes. I am glad I did!
where do you buy this food?

LuvTaycieGirl 10-02-2011 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by guliverandmaya (Post 3681573)
where do you buy this food?
It is a prescription diet. I am only able to buy it through my vet. I would discuss your options with your vet.

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681553)
I started really to battle tear stains when Taycie turned a year. I tried countless different foods, different products for staining and NOTHING was working. She was also battling other allergy symptoms as well. Finally after discussing everything with my vet we decided to put her on Royal Canin Rabbit and Potato.

FINALLY, we are tear stain free. I really believe this food did the trick, I was also at the point that maybe it was just genetics I was battling but now I know it wasn't. Her face looks amazing right now!
I have always used bottled water, and I really like the Gerber Water for babies. I buy it at Walmart for 1.00 a gallon.

I also have prescribed eye drops that my vet put Taycie on. Because of her allergies, she likes me to put these in her eyes after being outside. I would discuss with your vet your options and his/her recommendations before putting anything in the eyes. I am glad I did!
Lots of great tips, I just want to clear up a point. Bottled water is not all the same, and what you are using is distilled purified water where all the minerals are taken out, this is different that regular bottled water that has been filtered. Not all distilled water is alike either, some is made for appliances such as irons and doesn't need to be placed in a special plastic bottle that is safe for drinking. Any of the distilled water products that are made for baby formula are packaged in safe plastic and you can use it. We used the distilled water (Gerbers) when Joey was a puppy and it did clear up his eye tears, after the age of 1 he no longer needed the distilled and regular filtered water was okay. I guess teething can make them more sensitive to minerals in water. Also as you suggested, different foods can cause a problem as well. Glad you found something that worked!

Here's a link with more information on eye tears. Tear Staining: The Causes & Cures

My lil friend 10-02-2011 09:52 AM
Nancy1999 thank you for the great articual,I found it most helpful.

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by My lil friend (Post 3681630)
Nancy1999 thank you for the great articual,I found it most helpful.
You're welcome, I found it very informative, it's important to know that not all tearing is caused by the same thing. Lots of people say that it's just cosmetic, but it can be a symtom of a larger problem.

My lil friend 10-02-2011 10:02 AM
Mina is still teething at 9months,on anything that doesn't move fast enough,including the other dogs. One of my poodles is having other issues and therefore suddenly having more red staining. He will be going to the vet next week for bloodwork and xrays,this is a good time to talk with my vet.

LuvTaycieGirl 10-02-2011 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3681609)
Lots of great tips, I just want to clear up a point. Bottled water is not all the same, and what you are using is distilled purified water where all the minerals are taken out, this is different that regular bottled water that has been filtered. Not all distilled water is alike either, some is made for appliances such as irons and doesn't need to be placed in a special plastic bottle that is safe for drinking. Any of the distilled water products that are made for baby formula are packaged in safe plastic and you can use it. We used the distilled water (Gerbers) when Joey was a puppy and it did clear up his eye tears, after the age of 1 he no longer needed the distilled and regular filtered water was okay. I guess teething can make them more sensitive to minerals in water. Also as you suggested, different foods can cause a problem as well. Glad you found something that worked!

Here's a link with more information on eye tears. Tear Staining: The Causes & Cures

Good to know! I just found on the bottle it says distilled. I really had no idea. I have however been really pleased with it. I have tried other kinds of bottled water, but I think between her food and water, it has helped keep her tear stain free.

Her face, looks so great right now, I hate to change a thing.

I have read this article as well... I came across it online when I was googling tear stains.. It really is a good one!

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681691)
Good to know! I just found on the bottle it says distilled. I really had no idea. I have however been really pleased with it. I have tried other kinds of bottle water, but I think between her food and water, it has helped keep her tear stain free.

Her face, looks so great right now, I hate to change a thing.
I know what you mean, Joey's eyes have been tear free for over a year, and I'm thrilled!

LuvTaycieGirl 10-02-2011 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3681693)
I know what you mean, Joey's eyes have been tear free for over a year, and I'm thrilled!
I am also sooooo thrilled! My friend said to me, Her face looks so good! How did you get rid of all the red around her eyes???

I really think the food has made the biggest difference. I battled tear stains regardless of the water and I tried all different brands along with food in the past.. Once I changed her food is when the miracles started happening! hahahaha!

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681696)
I am also sooooo thrilled! My friend said to me, Her face looks so good! How did you get rid of all the red around her eyes???

I really think the food has made the biggest difference. I battled tear stains regardless of the water and I tried all different brands along with food in the past.. Once I changed her food is when the miracles started happening! hahahaha!
Yeah I think the food makes more of a difference than people realize. We did a food switch and Joey had major problems with tearing and brown goopy crude. Blue Wilderness just didn't work for Joey and we're back on Royal Canin and tear free.

guliverandmaya 10-02-2011 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3681721)
Yeah I think the food makes more of a difference than people realize. We did a food switch and Joey had major problems with tearing and brown goopy crude. Blue Wilderness just didn't work for Joey and we're back on Royal Canin and tear free.
so what in the food exactly can be the problem aside from low quality/preservatives etc..? grains?

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by guliverandmaya (Post 3681729)
so what in the food exactly can be the problem aside from low quality/preservatives etc..? grains?
We can talk about "most" dogs all we want, but so much of this is individual, and what works with your dog. I have no idea what caused the problem in Blue Wilderness, and many people report that their dogs thrive on it. You just have to find out what works with your dog, but I really believe excessive tearing is a sign of a problem.

guliverandmaya 10-02-2011 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3681741)
We can talk about "most" dogs all we want, but so much of this is individual, and what works with your dog. I have no idea what caused the problem in Blue Wilderness, and many people report that their dogs thrive on it. You just have to find out what works with your dog, but I really believe excessive tearing is a sign of a problem.
Maya doesnt have excessive tearing. just the normal build up that I dont like. I wish it could be really clean. I have decided to start with Orijen 5 fish. lets see how it goes. :thumbup:

DvlshAngel985 10-02-2011 01:46 PM
Aside from diet and water, their hair can be an issue too. Short hair around the eyes can irritate and cause tears. Either commit to keeping trimmed and away from the eyes, or grow them out and comb them out of the way. I keep trying to grow them out, but groomers kill me every time! Kaji sees a groomer twice, three times a year at most. I can't find one I like. I always ask that they never touch around his eyes and to never cut his muzzle short. I have yet to find one that listens. :rolleyes:

guliverandmaya 10-02-2011 01:50 PM
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we all talk about tearing but I never see pictures. :) it would be nice if you could share your babies eyes.

I took Maya's picture right now.

DvlshAngel985 10-02-2011 02:16 PM
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Here's what we're currently struggling with. As a note, the hair in the pic is after months of growth. The hair around his eyes just grows so slowly. I pulled the hair forward to make it easier to see. It tends to lie flat, very close to his eye. Often times, I'm pulling the hair out of his eye.
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And this is the result of the eyes being constantly irritated by his hair.
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Nancy1999 10-02-2011 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by guliverandmaya (Post 3681773)
Maya doesnt have excessive tearing. just the normal build up that I dont like. I wish it could be really clean. I have decided to start with Orijen 5 fish. lets see how it goes. :thumbup:
Joey doesn't have any tearing and no eye buggers either. My little foster is bothered by those crusty things, and while anoying I suspect they aren't caused by anything dangerous to his health. Sometimes, however, the tearing is so bad it can lead to yeast infections because the face is constantly wet.

Nancy1999 10-02-2011 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985 (Post 3681801)
Here's what we're currently struggling with. As a note, the hair in the pic is after months of growth. The hair around his eyes just grows so slowly. I pulled the hair forward to make it easier to see. It tends to lie flat, very close to his eye. Often times, I'm pulling the hair out of his eye.
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And this is the result of the eyes being constantly irritated by his hair.
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Thanks for this reminder, my foster has had the hair clipped short around the eyes, and sometimes it's better to just let it grow out.

Roseanderson 10-02-2011 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by kayi078 (Post 3666002)
as title..
My vet tol me to use Naphcon A eye drops pick it up at Walmart. It cleared up my little's eye. She had the nastiest eyes lots of gunk buildup cleared after 2 days of using her eyes have cleared. I am real pleased..

LuvTaycieGirl 10-02-2011 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985 (Post 3681779)
Aside from diet and water, their hair can be an issue too. Short hair around the eyes can irritate and cause tears. Either commit to keeping trimmed and away from the eyes, or grow them out and comb them out of the way. I keep trying to grow them out, but groomers kill me every time! Kaji sees a groomer twice, three times a year at most. I can't find one I like. I always ask that they never touch around his eyes and to never cut his muzzle short. I have yet to find one that listens. :rolleyes:
So true! I keep Taycie's nose trimmed. As much as I love it grown out, her eyes start tearing when I would try to grow it out.

DvlshAngel985 10-02-2011 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681950)
So true! I keep Taycie's nose trimmed. As much as I love it grown out, her eyes start tearing when I would try to grow it out.
I'm to chicken to try trimming. Kaji wiggled to much when I get close to his eyes. I had finally grown them out but the groomer didn't listen!!!!! Now we're starting all over again. :(

Nancy1999 10-03-2011 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl (Post 3681950)
So true! I keep Taycie's nose trimmed. As much as I love it grown out, her eyes start tearing when I would try to grow it out.
Petsilk topknot gel can help while the hair is growing out; it’s used on the short hairs. Some people also suggest Vaseline to keep the hairs from pricking the eyes. If you're going to keep it short, be sure to look at it at least weekly to make sure it's not too long.

LuvTaycieGirl 10-03-2011 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3682423)
Petsilk topknot gel can help while the hair is growing out; it’s used on the short hairs. Some people also suggest Vaseline to keep the hairs from pricking the eyes. If you're going to keep it short, be sure to look at it at least weekly to make sure it's not too long.

Yes, I did try the topknot gel but even with using teeny tiny amounts I didn't really care for it.. I don't know, just didn't work for me. I groom Taycie myself so she is so used to me messing with her! HA! I bathe weekly and I I trim around her eyes after her bath, along with whatever else she may need a touch up with! I usually cut her every 3 weeks because I love the fresh trimmed look:)

Hey, but I am a hairstylist so... she can't have anything but perfect hair right???? LOL! ;)


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