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Are You Also Troubled by Your Dog’s Bad Breath?
There are many and varied causes of dog bad breath—oral and dental disease, respiratory infection, or even precursors of digestive or systemic disease. Here we explore the causes and some tips to eliminate it.
How to Prevent Periodontitis in Dogs and Cats
Periodontitis in cats and dogs is usually caused by infection from untimely oral cleaning. It refers to acute or chronic inflammation of the periodontal membrane and surrounding tissues, characterized by periodontal pocket formation, bone resorption, loose teeth, and gum recession, and is severe once it appears. To spare your pet this pain, let's learn prevention methods together.
How Does Dog Periodontitis Form?
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the periodontal tissues. Early canine periodontitis is easy to overlook; it is usually only noticed after the inflammation spreads from the gums to the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone and develops into severe periodontitis. The condition has a formation process, and early detection and treatment are important. Read on to understand how it develops.
Common Symptoms and Causes of Dog Gingivitis
Dog gingivitis is a common dental disease and the early stage of periodontal and gum disease. If left untreated it can easily progress to periodontitis and, in severe cases, lead to tooth loss. If your dog develops gingivitis, prompt detection and treatment are important. Let's look at the symptoms and treatment of dog gingivitis.
Dog Breeds with Very Large Ears
Many dogs sport big ears — the Basset Hound is the classic, with long soft flaps and keen hearing. This guide lists small and large breeds and the ear-care they need.
What to Do When Your Dog Has a Strong Body Odor
Dog body odor comes from sebaceous and apocrine glands whose secretions microbes break down—strongest at the ears, anus, inner paws, and tail base. Bad breath, floppy-ear infection, and high-sulfur soy diets add to it; clean those spots and manage the diet.
Does Interdigital Dermatitis in Dogs Come from Damp Paws?
A small bump between the toes or pads grows like acne and fills with pus and blood, painful to step on. It comes from damp caging, untrimmed nails, wet un-dried paws, or cuts. Treat by cleaning and medicating; prevent by keeping paws dry and groomed.
How to Remove Dog Urine Smell
Dog urine holds ammonia and bacteria, so clean it fast. Blot (don't wipe) wood and tile, then use a pet odor eliminator, baking soda, vinegar, or hydrogen peroxide on grout; for sofas and carpets repeat with soapy water. Ventilate and keep lemon, vinegar, and baking soda on hand.
How to Care for Your Dog’s Eyes
Clean discharge daily—soft paste suggests inner heat, hard crusts suggest inflammation; chamomile washes and pet eye drops help. Watch teary breeds, treat distemper-related redness, and fix ingrown lashes surgically.
How to Treat Tartar in Dogs
Dog tartar forms from poor oral hygiene, alkaline saliva, human food, and oral deposits. Treat it with dental chews, regular brushing, and professional ultrasonic cleaning when needed.