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Dog Bad Breath (Dog Halitosis)
Dog bad breath can be caused by a lot of reasons; however, herbs and homeopathic remedies can be effectively used to deal with this common doggie problem.
Doggie bad breath! Yikes! Have you ever been kissed by a friendly dog with bad breath? It can be deadlier than the "kiss of death" by dementors (remember those scary dementors in the Harry Potter movies?)! Some people dismiss dog bad breath as "just doggy breath". It is true that a dog's breath is far from heavenly fresh most of the time, but it should not be bad. Particularly, if the foul breath does not disappear in a day or two, it usually means that something is wrong, either in the mouth or somewhere else in the body. Therefore, dog halitosis, the condition of bad breath in dogs, should be properly addressed; and the good news is, it can be fixed. What Causes Dog Bad Breath?DietDogs on a poor-quality diet may develop bad breath. Many dog owners, including me, have been able to enjoy fresh doggie breath after switching our dog's diet to a natural, organic raw diet. Diseases Also, some diseases can cause bad breath, such as:
If your dog suffers from chronic bad breath even if she is having a high-quality, natural diet, be sure to get her checked out by a veterinarian to see if her bad breath is caused by some underlying health problem. TopHerbs for Doggie Bad BreathIf your dog has bad breath sometimes caused by upset tummy or indigestion, try using these herbs:Dill Dill is antibacterial and can inhibit bacterial growth and reproduction in the mouth. It can even be effective in treating the early onset of gingivitis. Use an infusion of the herb and add a few drops to your dog's drinking water. Parsley leaves and stems are extremely nutrititious, antimicrobial, and they make a good breath freshener for your dog. Chopped parsley can be sprinkled on your dog's food. Alternatively, include chopped parsley as an ingredient for her home-made dog biscuit. If your dog's bad breath is caused by indigestion, try using ginger to help settle her upset tummy. Simply put one or two slices of fresh ginger to a cup of hot water. Let it cool down and remove the ginger slices. Give one to 2 teaspoons of the ginger tea to your dog (depending on her size). Other Ways to Combat Doggy Bad BreathRegular BrushingSince plaque and tartar build-up is one reason that causes canine halitosis, brushing your dog's teeth regularly (at least 3 to 4 times a week) is important to prevent tartar buildup and subsequent gum diseases. If you are too busy to brush your dog's teeth regularly, I highly recommend ProDen PlaqueOff 60g Bottle Another great natural product that helps prevent plague and tartar build-up and eliminate bad breath in dogs is: Triple Pet Plaque Off Fresh Breath 8 fl oz. Just pour the solution into your dog's drinking water and within 4 to 8 weeks, you can see cleaner teeth and more importantly your dog's breath will be so much fresher! Supplements If your dog's bad breath is caused by poor digestion, try adding digestive enzymes to his daily food to help digestion. In addition, this homeopathic remedy is also effective for dogs with bad breath due to poor digestion: Newton Homeopathics Doggy Breath for Dogs and Cats Use Snacks to Clean Dog's Teeth There are good snacks and bad snacks for dogs. Bad snacks are those that contain sugar, preservatives, and are sticky. They are bad for our dogs' teeth. Avoid them. Good snacks that can help clean our dogs' teeth include hard fresh vegetables and fruit, such as carrots and apples. Homemade sugar-free hard biscuits that contain herbs (e.g. parsley, mint) are also good for our dogs' teeth and breath. Use Toys to Clean Dog's Teeth Hard chew toys are also effective in cleaning dogs' teeth. Toys that are made from strong hard ropes are also good - they are like dental floss for your dog.
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