Dog Breath And Helpful Tips For Canine Halitosis

Dog Breath Can Be Easily Treated With A Few Simple Steps!

Veterinarians say that the #1 health problem for dogs is Periodontal Disease. If your dog continuously seems to be plagued by terrible dog breath then chances are that he has some periodontal problems.

Many dog owners never brush their dogs teeth or use any type of oral rinse. The bacteria on the teeth is what leads to dog bad breath. The reason that most people shy away from this daunting task is that they can't find the time or just don't believe it is necessary.

In reality, this is one of the best things that you can do for your dog's overall health. Bacteria on your dogs teeth eventually becomes plaque/tarter and not only cause dog bad breath, but causes tooth decay and possible heart issues as well.

Keep in mind that periodontal disease is also very painful for your dog.

It's important to have a veterinarian check for any underlying health problems that might be causing your dog's unpleasant dog breath. Just feeding breath mints will not solve the problem.

If it's determined that periodontal disease is indeed an issue, here are some things that you can do:

•  You can have your veterinarian clean your dogs teeth which generally costs between $70-$100

•  Start brushing or cleaning your dogs teeth on a regular basis. Nothing cleans them better than brushing. A dog tooth brush that fits over your index finger makes it easier than a regular tooth brush.

•  Only use a toothpaste made for dogs. A human toothpaste is not meant to swallow, but a doggie toothpaste is.

There are some great oral rinses that you can use daily that can really help with Tarter, Plaque and Gingivitus. For oral rinses containing Chlorhexidine, Veterinarian's recommend only using once daily for one week each month.

You know how painful a toothache can be for yourself, well it's not any less painful for your dog. If brushing combined with an oral rinse is too much, then an oral rinse regularly is better than nothing.

ADD TO YOUR SOCIAL BOOKMARKS: