could anybody tell me how to keep the brown eye stain under control on our bichon frise. Contact presidentbcf@aol.com

Wipe the stain with a solution of bicarbonate of soda. Take care not to get it in the dog's eyes!
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Jeangenie the bi-carb solution, can you tell me what it is.  Thanks

Hi, yes get some ordinary bicarbonate of soda (from the home baking section in the supermarket) and dissolve about a teaspoonful in a cup of warm water. Bathe the discoloured hair with this - it seems to work well on both saliva stains and tear stains. I don't know if it would sting in the eyes, so best to take care not to get it in!
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thankyou am definatley going to give it a try

We used to buy 'Diamond Eyes' for our toy poodle.  You should be able to get this at most pet shops.  If used every day it should make a difference.

Hope this helps.

I can't do links but look here:  http://www.bichon.org/tear.htm

Hi
I have used Diamond eye & found it really good although my pet store said it was discontinued when I called in this week, anyone know if it is still available?
regards Pauline

Hi Pauline, that would explain why I can't find it anywhere. I have however tried Jeangenie's Bicarb solution and I've found it works very well.
Dawn R.

Hi
I will have a go at the bicarb myself.
regards Pauline

Cold tea (without the milk and sugar ;) ) is what I've found to work best.
I've used Diamond eye and it didn't make any difference...the Bicarb made a little difference...but the cold tea is great.
I know, I can't work out how something that can stain, can clear up stains, either, but I've been using it for over a week now and there's a big difference! :)

Edit: Just in case you're wondering....Tetleys!! :D