Although tear stains are not harmful or painful for our dogs, us pet parents want to remove them because, let’s be honest, they don’t look so good on them. You don’t go around on the street looking all dirty, why should your dog? Especially when the solution is so easy and right on the palm of your hand!
Tear stain removers are an amazing and effective option for this issue, but how to find the best one?
Well, this is your lucky day because we are going to go through the best treat stain removers for dogs, their pros, cons and main ingredients, so you can make an informed decision and choose your favorite one.
Reminder: always check with your vet that the tear stain your dog has is not a result of a medical condition, such as an eye infection or ingrown eyelashes.
1. Mokai Facial & Tear Stain Cleansing Wipes
Pros:
- Extremely easy to use
- They are also facial wipes, so can be used on the area surrounding the eye and mouth, for cleansing hair and skin, and for removing debris
- Fragrance-free
- Veterinarian approved
- They last longer due to the high concentration
- Made with natural ingredients that reduce the risk of eye irritations and itching
- Can be used on both grown up dogs and puppies
Cons:
- They are so effective you might be tempted to apply them to your face to see if they remove human facial stains
Main ingredients: Purified Water, Glycerin, Decyl Polyglucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, L-Taurine, among others.
2. Angels Eyes Gentle Tear Wipes
Pros:
- 100 wipes per package
- Contain juniper berry oil which benefits dog’s skin
- Easy to use
Cons:
- Wipes are small so you may need to use many to get the job done every day
- They might dry out if the container is not carefully closed
Main ingredients: water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium, Laureth Sulfosuccinate, among others.
3. Burt’s Bees For Dogs Tear Stain Remover
Pros:
- Natural ingredients such as chamomile
- No-rinse use
- No fragrance
Cons:
- Can be hard to apply on your pet
- May take up to a month to start showing results
- Might sting
Main ingredients: water, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Chamomile Extract, Dandelion Extract, among others.
4. Great Pet Great Eyes Tear Stain Wipes
Pros:
- 100 wipes per package
- Made with natural ingredients
- Can also be used for ears and mouth
Cons:
- They might dry out if the container is not carefully closed
Main ingredients: water, plant-based surfactants derived from coconut and palm, preservatives.
5. Eye Envy Tear Stain Remover Solution
Pros:
- Made with natural ingredients
Cons:
- It only works on white dogs, not black ones
- Difficult to use, it can get messy
- You may need to buy complementary products to apply it, or grooming package
Main ingredients: water, natural cleanser, witch hazel, colloidal silver.
6. Arava Bio Tear Stain Cleaner
Pros:
- Made with natural ingredients
Cons:
- You will need a cotton or wipe to apply it to your dog
- It is recommended that you also use their wipes to get maximum results
- It may take up to 5 weeks to show results
Main ingredients: Purified Water, Glycerine, Propylene Glycol, among others.
7. Tropiclean Spa Tear Stain Remover
Pros:
- Not expensive option
- Made in the U.S.
Cons:
- It is scented, which might be irritating
- Needs to be rinsed out
Main ingredients: water, mild coconut cleanser, Vanilla Planifolia, Vaccinium Cyanococcus, Vitamin E, among others.
