Oral Hygiene for your Dog

Ever wonder why your pet has such bad breath, well it’s not because of that smelly dog food your feeding them (well actually, part of it can be). Did you know that over 83% of dogs have significant oral pathology. That’s right most dogs have bad oral health that leads to bad breath. As a dog owner, you need to be aware of your dog’s oral health and make sure you’re on top of it. Scheduling regular visits to your veterinarian is a good idea. You should also consider brushing your dog’s teeth on a daily basis. Most pet stores carry an assortment of good dental products.

You may also want to consider giving your pet a good balanced meat based dog food. Meat helps keeping your dogs mouth healthy. Also try to give your dog chew treats as well as Rawhide, and hard rubber toys, this is good exercise for your dog’s mouth.

Below are a few of the health issues that affect your pet’s teeth.

Gingivitis: Inflammation of the gums

Plaque: Build up of material like Bacteria, Polymers, and Remnants on the tooth’s enamel.

Periodontitis: This is a disease of the oral cavity on the gums, bone and delicate tissues near the teeth.