7 Symptoms Your Dog Has Developed Bad Breath And Gum Disease

Your dog’s health is obviously something very important, and there’s certainly lots you have done to care for it. But have you considered your dog’s dental hygiene?

While you will ideally run regular teeth examinations on your dog to be safe, sometimes things slip our mind. And the next thing you know, your dog has developed bad breath and gum disease! Here’s a list of symptoms to catch in case that happens:

1. Changes in eating habits
2. Chewing troubles when eating
3. Inflamed gums
4. Bleeding gums
5. Yellow-brown tartar
6. Excessive drooling
7. Pawing their mouth, or rubbing it against the floor

Realistically, however, you don’t want it to get this far in the first place. So start by introducing your dog to brushing as soon as possible – you can start once chompers start sprouting at six months. A dog-friendly toothpaste can make the experience a whole lot more pleasurable for your dog too!

Really, making it a fun experience is important – so get out there and buy some brushing or dental sticks and wipes! And make dental hygiene a regular part of your vet’s checkup – just like how it is a part of yours. It is crucial to your dog’s overall health, after all!

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