I "inherited" my late father's two Shih Tzus about a month ago.

[BigmanPigman]

11. I've has Schnauzers and Chihuahuas and they both

have eye discharge. It is normal. It is reddish in color it may be from the saliva from licking the pays, like a cat does to clean itself. My Chihuahuas were very clean, cleaner than any dog that I know of anyway. They would constantly clean all 4 paws and toenails as well as cleaning the eye area. It was non-stop self grooming.

If you feel the need to assist them just use a warm, wet washcloth and rub the eye area before you can get to a groomer. They should love the feel of the gentle warmth and allow you to do it as long as you need to.