{"id":12755,"date":"2024-03-19T07:43:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T14:43:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/?p=12755"},"modified":"2026-10-13T12:49:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T19:49:03","slug":"how-to-remove-dog-tear-stains-naturally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-dog-tear-stains-naturally","title":{"rendered":"How to Help Improve Dog Tear Stains Naturally"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Tear stains on your dog\u2019s face can be unpleasant and uncomfortable. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the causes of tear stains, what they might mean for your dog\u2019s health, and how to potentially remove dog tear stains naturally at home.<\/p>\n\n

What Are Dog Tear Stains?<\/h2>\n\n

Dog tear stains are reddish-brown marks around a dog\u2019s eyes and face caused by eye discharge (or tears). They\u2019re typically more prominent in white dogs or light colored dogs, but they can also be seen in the facial hair of dogs with darker coats. Tear stains in dogs are often harmless, but can sometimes be an indicator of underlying health problems.<\/p>\n\n

Why Do Dogs Get Tear Stains?<\/h2>\n\n

When dogs produce tears, they don\u2019t typically run down their faces like when humans cry. A dog\u2019s tears usually drain internally from the eyes to the nose through something called the nasolacrimal duct.<\/p>\n\n

Dog tear stains are caused when their tears don\u2019t all drain through this passage, and instead drain from their eye down their face. Tear stains on a dog don\u2019t necessarily mean excessive tearing, but rather that their tears aren\u2019t draining properly.<\/p>\n\n

Are Dog Tear Stains a Problem?<\/h2>\n\n

For many dogs tear stains are completely harmless. They can be caused by something as simple as the shape of a dog\u2019s eye, but can sometimes indicate an underlying health issue. If your dog has always had tear stains then they likely aren\u2019t something to worry about. If you notice your pup developing them or existing tear stains worsening, talk to your veterinarian.<\/p>\n\n

Causes of Tear Stains in Dogs<\/h2>\n\n
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Dog tear stains can be caused by anything from blocked tear ducts to puppy teething, or simply the shape of a dog\u2019s eye. While they don\u2019t always indicate a problem, it\u2019s important to understand the possible causes to rule issues out.<\/p>\n\n

Allergies<\/h3>\n\n

Dogs can have allergies just like humans! Common dog allergies include reactions to certain foods or their environment like seasonal allergies<\/a>. Reactions to both types of allergies can make dogs itchy around their mouth, eyes, ears, and paws, and can also cause excessive tear production.<\/p>\n\n

Common Dog Food Allergies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n