Clear Watery Eyes Staining a Dog's Fur
by sue
(east chicago indiana )
Reader Question
but its not red no mucous just clear liquid he not scratching or showing signs of irritation
Answer from Our Team
Clear tears with no redness or irritation are often caused by poor tear drainage, for example because of eyelid shape, hair near the tear duct opening or a narrow tear duct. The reddish-brown staining comes from a natural pigment in tears and is usually cosmetic.
Keep the hair around the eyes trimmed and the area clean and dry. Ask your vet at the next visit whether the tear ducts drain normally. Avoid tear stain products that contain antibiotics.
Our page on dog eye discharge explains tear stains.
This is general information, not a diagnosis. Please follow your own vet's advice.
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