Dogs frequently seem to have terrible breath. This is so common that if you tell someone they have "dog breath" they know exactly what you mean! However, your dogs doesn't have to have a bad breath. Once you know what the causes are, you can take steps to eliminate it.
What Causes Bad Breath in Dogs?
Bad breath (or halitosis) in dogs is not that different from bad breath in humans. It will usually caused by gum problems or decaying teeth. Have a look about your dog's mouth for any obvious signs such as off-color gums or browning teeth.
Less often, bad breath in dogs may be a sign of a more significant trouble such as infection, kidney complications or even cancer. If your dog's bad breath shows no signs of going away after you've taken the basic steps outlined below, then you should get him to the vet.
The correct way To Treat And Prevent Bad Breath in Dogs
If the breath is not too bad then starting regular brushing can often get rid of it. Dogs don't normally enjoy knowing they are going to get their teeth brushed so incorporate some reward after the brushing so the dog will cooperate next time. If the dog is not cooperative, you should still try to brush every few days since that is much better than no brushing at all.
Remember not to use a typical brush or toothpaste because dogs are going to instinctively swallow the paste. If this happens, it is unlikely to do any immediate harm, but if he regularly swallows human toothpaste then it could cause digestive problems.
Your dog will develop cleaner teeth if you food with a harder consistency. Another idea is to buy a few cheap bones from your local butcher. These bones would otherwise go into the trash and they make a amazing treat for dogs while at the same time cleaning their own teeth and enhancing their dental hygiene.
There are in addition numerous products on the market that are aimed at improving a dog's dental hygiene. You will find doggy mouth washes, treats and even breath drops! These can provide immediate relief from the bad breath, but do not use them to just mask the problem. Make sure you are also taking steps to eliminate the causes of the problem.
Sugar
Avoid giving you dog anything that contains sugar. Even though they may love these treats, candies and other sugar containing foods do a great deal of damage to your dog's teeth. Given that most dogs do not have their teeth cleaned daily then you can imagine how much damage sugar can cause. Do everything you can to completely eliminate refined sugar from your dog's diet.
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