Dog Grooming - Bad Breath and How To Prevent it

Dog Grooming - Bad Breath and How To Prevent it

One of the chief reasons for bad breath is dental health. There may be other problems relating to bad breath but this is the most common. It is important to make sure his teeth are in good condition. Otherwise, your dog will experience pain and thus end up eating less. Dental disease occurs in different stages. The first stage is caused by plaque build up on the teeth. This plaque nourishes the mouth bacteria, which causes bad breath. Next , plaque becomes calculus with mineral salts stuck on it. This is seen as brownish deposits on the gum margin. Calculus causes gum inflammation. This is seen when the tooth-gum margin is red and bleeds whenever you touch it.


The calculus stage is your dog’s final chance at having its tooth saved. Calculus will cause the ligaments and tissue holding the teeth to weaken. The tooth becomes loose and eventually falls out. Your pet will be suffering pain and be incapable of eating. You can check the condition of its gums. They will be red in color. Most dogs don’t like to open their mouths if you want to check their teeth so you may not be alerted to dental disease until it is very prominent. That's why you must brush its teeth regularly at least twice a week.

To prevent the formation of plaque, feed your pet dry commercial pet food. This requires chewing to exercise the jaws and teeth. There are fewer tendencies for dry food to stick onto the gums.

You can buy chewing toys for your pet to chew. If not, use toothpaste and toothbrush to remove plaque. Pet shops sell these, as well as many chlorhexidine sprays and mouth washes. It is better to brush twice a week to eliminate plaque.

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