Things You'll Need
- Commercial tear stain remover
- Cotton balls
- Talcum powder
- Diaper rash ointment
Instructions
Treating Tear Stains
Take your dog to the veterinarian first to make sure it doesn't have blocked tear ducts or any other reason for excessive tearing. Parasites and diet can also contribute to excessive tearing.
Buy several brands of commercial tear stain removers to find out which will work best on your dog. Follow the directions provided on each remover, and clean the tear stains at least once a week. Make sure you get the remover deep into all of the wrinkles on the dog's face with the cotton balls. The important thing is to get out all of the dirt and bacteria trapped in the wrinkles.
Dry the wet areas with talcum powder so that the wrinkles can't continue to collect dirt and bacteria.
Apply the diaper rash ointment to help the area stay dry and so that the hair will start growing back. Make sure your dog isn't rubbing or licking the ointment off, and reapply it often.