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Persistent doggie breath
isn’t just unpleasant; it can also be a sign of a more
serious problem. It is recommended that you take the dog
to a veterinarian, who can look for gastrointestinal and
dental causes of the bad breath. When a pet has
recurring bad breath, chances are plaque has built up on
his teeth to the point where it has hardened into
tartar.
In addition to regular
veterinary dental checkups, you should begin an at-home
dental care program, brushing the pet’s teeth at home
every day, or at least every other day. Brushing helps
remove plaque before it turns to tartar. For immediate
improvement in the dog’s breath, give the pet breath
mints and dental bones. These products will also
contribute to the overall dental health of a dog.
Dogs should be
introduced to the routine of getting their teeth brushed
early in life so they become more accepting of the idea.
With older dogs, be patient and introduce the brushing
gradually.
The
products carried by PSP in this category include St.
Jon’s Petrodex Toothpaste and dental products, Yip Yap
Breath Mints, Farnam Dental Chew, Nylabone Dental Chews,
Iams Dental Chews, Synergy Lab Dental Fresh Rinse,
Sunshine Pet Dr. Dental Chews, Sergeant’s DentaFresh
Chews, Ripples, Greenies, Pedigree DentaBone and
DentaStix, and Denta Clean also has a variety of dental
chews and products.
For more information on brushing dogs teeth see the
Dental Care Guide
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