The Bad Dog Breath Cure
Periodontal disease is the number one dental problem in dogs.
And dental disease doesn't just cause bad dog breath. It can lead to more serious problems, such as heart, lung, and kidney disease.
Your pet’s bad breath may be considerably more serious than you think, as it may actually be taking years off your dog's life.
You need to take your pets to see their veterinarian at
least once a year and ask if they need to have their
teeth cleaned.
Bad breath may be a sign that your dog has a build-up of bacterial growth in the form of plaque, or possibly a more serious condition, such as gingivitis.
Plaque and associated oral infections give the pet’s breath an objectionable odor. Plaque also clings to the base of teeth causing the gums to become inflamed and recede.
Tartar accumulation around the teeth allows harmful bacteria to proliferate. These bacteria occasionally break loose and enter the pet’s circulation.
To prevent and help cure bad dog breath and the formation of plaque feed your pet a name brand dry commercial pet food. The crunchy biscuits help massage gums and wear away tartar.
One of the worst things you can do is to feed your dog soft canned foods. Canned foods are particular offenders when it comes to bad dog breath cure and plaque.
The build up of plaque in pets fed soft, canned diets is very rapid.
Feeding chewy treats, bones, rawhide and treats impregnated with enzymes minimizes dental plaque and helps cure bad dog breath.
Nylon bones work equally as well if your pet accepts them.
Certain chew toys also can help prevent and remove tartar
buildup.
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