How do I remove and prevent tear stains on my 6-month-old puppy?

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How do i get rid of and prevent tear stains on my 6 month old Cavachon? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 14 days old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Great question! There are tear stain removers you can buy from a pet store that helps remove Luna's tear stains. Some people report that quality of water affects tear stains, so you can give her purified water. Clean her face twice a day with a damp cloth to remove excess tears. I'd recommend using a glass, porcelain, or stainless steel bowl instead of plastic, as plastic bowls crack and can retain bacteria. I'd also recommend having Luna seen by a vet, as excessive tear stains can be caused by ingrown eye lashes or abnormally large tear producing glands, which can be treated surgically. Finally stress and poor diet can contribute to the product of tear stains, so make sure to feed her a high quality puppy formulated food. I recommend Royal Canin or Hills Science diet.

How do I remove and prevent tear stains on my 6-month-old puppy?

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