Tear Stains Review

Tear stains develop when bacteria and yeast form on the hair/fur located underneath the eyes of both cats and dogs. While it is possible to clean this area with a topical solution such as a wipe, the reality is that is only a short term solution. The next time tears gestate underneath the eyes, the same stains will return.

" The best way to get rid of tear stains is to attack the problem from the inside out with natural supplements."

Tear stains are most evident on light colored animals and commonly affect small breeds of dogs such as Shi-Tzus, Poodles, and the Maltese. While tear stains are not life-threatening, they are often unpleasant looking and result in the appearance of clumpy, discolored facial hair. This is often very frustrating as most owners are very careful to ensure their pet is cleaned and groomed regularly. However, as previously stated, grooming will not stop tear stains from developing. The best way to remove tear stains is to use a supplement such as those listed below. These products work from the inside out and attack the root cause of the problem. After a few weeks of your pet taking these supplements the hair/fur underneath the eye will grow out and remain stain free. All you have to do is to trim the hair/fur as it grows out.

Our staff has reviewed dozens of tear stain removal products and has narrowed down their list to the top 6 products available online. It should be noted that while all of the products we list can help, some of them contain the ingredient Tylosin, which is an antibiotic. This is important to mention and some animals can become sick after taking it which is why we suggest using a tear stain removal product that does not contain Tylosin.

The following products are ranked according to the following criteria: strength and safety of ingredients,
cost effectiveness, and overall customer feedback.

The Top Tear Stain Products:
Click Below to see the best pet products

	Product Image	Product Name	Marketed to Reduce Appearance of Existing Tear Stains	Marketed to Target Future Tear Stains	Does NOT Contain Tylosin † Potentially Harmful Ingredient	Contains All-Natural Ingredients	Marketed for Dogs of ALL Ages & Breeds	Learn More
1		Tearlax™	Superior	Superior	Superior	Superior	Superior	Learn More
2		I-Clenz™	Superior	Poor	Superior	Superior	N/A	Learn More
3		Pet Spark™	Superior	Superior	Poor	Poor	Superior	Learn More
4		Angels Eyes®	Poor	Superior	Poor	Poor	Superior	Learn More
5		Angels Glow™	Poor	Superior	Poor	Poor	Superior	Learn More
6		Four Paws Crystal Eye®	Superior	Poor	N/A	N/A	N/A	Learn More

† Tylosin is an antibiotic that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for cattle, chicken, swine and turkey.
Tylosin has not been approved for dogs or cats.  For more information see 21 CFR § 558.625 and data on ANDA number: 200-455, both available on the FDA website at www.fda.gov.

"Superior" rating is given to products that have the characteristic described at the top of the respective column, while a "Poor" rating is given when a product lacks the respective characteristic. "N/A" rating is given when the manufacturer does not provide adequate information for the characteristic described. Ratings are based on manufacturer’s labeling and marketing statements at the time when this table was last updated. Last update: March, 2013.

 

Natural Tear Stain Remover – Many pet owners want to find a safe and effective way to help reduce tears stains from their dogs or cats. Some may look for a natural alternative rather than getting a prescription, which may have some ingredients that can be harmful. Some tear stain products on the market, like Angels Eyes, can contain the potentially dangerous ingredient Tylosin. When choosing a tear stain removal product for your pet you may want to find one that uses ingredients that have been shown to be safe and effective and have no known side effects. For more information on which dog tear stain remover may work best for your pet look at the grid above.

Best Tear Stain Remover – Almost any type of dog can get tear stains around their eyes. However, tears stains on white dogs and certain small breeds such as Poodles, Maltese’s and Shih Tzu’s may be more common than on larger dogs. When choosing a tear stain remover for dogs or cats you want to make sure that you look at the ingredients and be sure that you find one that has no odor or side effects. Many times when a product has an odor your pet may find it difficult to take. So, try to find a cat or dog tear stain remover that has no odor or side effects; making it easier for your pet to swallow.

Causes for Tear Stains – Shallow eye sockets, eyelids that turn inward, hair growth around the eyes or blocked tear drainage holes may cause tear stains on your dog or cat. Tears stains on white dogs, no matter what type of breed they are, may occur more often than on any other type of breed. This is because the pigments in their tears will dye light-colored fur easier and dogs with long hair on their face may be more prone to excessive tearing.

Dog Tear Staining – Just taking a wet cloth and trying to wipe away the tear stains on your pet may not work. You may need a tear stain remover to help minimize tear stains from your pet. Poodle tear stains, Shih Tzu tear stains and Maltese tear stains removal may be needed more than any other breed. This is because these types of dogs may have shallow eye sockets or hair growth around the eyes. When looking for a safe and effective way to reduce tear staining from your dog or cat you want to check with your pet’s veterinarian before using any dog tear stain remover. Some tear stain products will use Tylosin which has been shown to be potentially dangerous and cause side effects.

Tylosin – This is an antibiotic that should be administered to your pet through your veterinarian. Tylosin is, typically, used in farm animals and smaller animals to help treat infections of the respiratory tract and skin. Tylosin for dogs and cats has not been approved by the FDA and should be prescribed through your veterinarian. When looking for a safe and effective way to help minimize tear stains on dogs or cats you may want to find a supplement that does not contain Tylosin and will help to support a healthy immune system and prevent more tear stains.