We all love our dogs and our dogs love us. They show us affection by slobbering us with kisses but when accompanied by canine halitosis we may not be so accepting of our pet’s affection. Most dog owners are all too familiar with what can only be referred to as horrendous dog breath. Teeth and gum problems are the most likely cause of canine halitosis. Tartar buildup and plaque can give your pet’s breath its unpleasant odor. The best treatment is prevention. Periodic checkups with the veterinarian and good dental hygiene can prevent tooth decay in your pet. Halitosis can also be a sign of ... [continue reading]

As a dog owner have you ever noticed that some visitors often complain about the ‘dog smell’ that pervades in your house? It takes some time to get used to dog smell and unless you own a dog it is difficult to get accustomed to it. Dog breath can also sometimes give out an offensive smell and can be extremely embarrassing. Although bad dog breath occurs mostly due to improper dental care, it can also be a result of stomach problems or certain metabolic diseases. Flatulency may lead to gaseous emissions from your dog’s mouth as well as anus. You can look for a good dog breath freshener t... [continue reading]

Dog owners have to get accustomed to normal dog breath. At the same time, dog bad breath can become intolerable at times. Canine bad breath is normally a result of improper dental care. Most dog owners tend to ignore dental care while grooming. Lack of proper dental care results in food particles, bone splinters and other substances that remain stuck between the teeth and gums causing decay over a period of time. The resultant abscesses and inflammation becomes a welcome home for bacteria. Untended, they invite more bacteria, which ultimately results in periodontitis, a teeth and gum disease t... [continue reading]

Canine bad breath is a common occurrence and most owners struggle with offensive dog breath at least once. If your dog has bad breath here is what you can do: If you have not been brushing your dog’s teeth, learning to brush your dogs’ teeth is the first thing that you should do. Brushing dog teeth is not difficult to learn and only takes some patience and practice. You do need to ensure that your dog gets used to the process. You can look for one of those flavored toothpastes that your dog may readily accept and in no time he may even start looking forward to it. Regular brushing will tak... [continue reading]

If the cause of bad breath is gingivitis: * Clove 1 drop * Lavender 1 drop * Myrrh 1 drop Diluted in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil. If the cause is from a stomach problem: Rub a drop of neat Peppermint in a line from beneath the ears and into the shoulders. This recipe is from “The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy.” By Valerie Ann Worwood ... [continue reading]

Maintaining your pet’s dental health is a very important part of caring for your pet, yet nearly half of all pets suffer from gum disease, calculus, and dental problems. Since dental health is linked with overall wellness, when proper care is not given to our pets’ gums and teeth, the risk of disease and illness greatly increases. Problems can include liver, kidney, heart inflammation, and infection. Also consider the many uses of your pet’s teeth! Dogs and cats make much fuller use of their teeth than humans do – using them in ways we usually use our hands—which is just another ... [continue reading]

Home dental care is to be given more emphasis nowadays because of the fact that the dental diseases are emerging in the case of pet animals like dogs to a greater extent. Though you are giving home dental care, if you suspect on the extension of the dental diseases, then immediately approach the veterinarian for intervention. Try to provide bone materials without very sharp points to the dogs and they may love to chew them and then swallow the bitten products. Such activities help them to go for the development of strong teeth structures in a natural manner. Mind that the breeds of dogs like P... [continue reading]

A simple spritz to bad breath Those who have awoken in the morning to a nose-full of pet breath wafting across the face would agree that all cats and dogs should have their teeth brushed! This is far easier said than done. Most pet owners find the task of brushing a feline or canine mouth extremely difficult, and this can also be an emotional task for our poor pets, too! While we may not realize it, the bacteria in a cat or dog’s mouth forms its own ‘ecosystem’ and self-regulates itself naturally. This is not to say that an animal’s mouth should be left unattended. On the contrary, whi... [continue reading]

Did you know that dogs and cats need dental care as much as we do? Just as dental health is linked with overall health in humans, so is true with cats and dogs. With Pet Dental Care Month approaching in February, it’s important that pet owners know that when proper care is not given to their gums and teeth, our pet’s body becomes vulnerable to disease and illness. Conditions such as liver, kidney, heart inflammation and infection are many times triggered by poor dental hygiene and periodontal disease. That being said, dental disease is one of the most common forms of disease in pets. More ... [continue reading]

If the cause of bad breath is gingivitis: * Clove 1 drop * Lavender 1 drop * Myrrh 1 drop Diluted in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil. If the cause is from a stomach problem: Rub a drop of neat Peppermint in a line from beneath the ears and into the shoulders. These recipes are from “The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Araomatherapy. ” By Valerie Ann Worwood ... [continue reading]