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ahoycatfish Member  Posts: 151 |
posted 01-18-2004 01:10 PM
 
My dog Megan has really bad breath, so we decided to try to brush her teeth, but she won't stay still when we are trying to brush them!! Does anyone have any advice?? IP: Logged |
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Chessmind Member Posts: 701 |
posted 01-18-2004 10:35 PM
Hello. Assuming Megan does not have any health related conditions, her bad breath is from Periodontal disease (gum disease). The best way to treat this would be a visit to the vet to do a dental cleaning. The cost is between $45-$65 (depending on the vet). The problem with brushing Megan's teeth alone is that it will not remove any of the tartar build-up which is on her gums and teeth. The only way to remove it is with dental instruments. If you decide to do this and the vet tries to talk you into putting her under (asleep with anesthetic), say 'no thanks.' Most vets will do this without having to put the dog under. Once Megans teeth and gums have been all cleaned up you can then start brushing her teeth (with dog toothpaste) at least twice a week or use dental toys. Right now, her gums are most likely hurting her and brushing them may be causing her some pain. Also she may not be used to having her teeth brushed. I think all dogs need to get their teeth cleaned two times a year. The reason I say this is irritated gums are extremely uncomfortable to dogs. Also, when the gums bleed, bacteria is released into your dogs bloodstream and can travel to major organs such as the heart, kidneys, lungs and liver. In other words poor oral hygiene is not good for both human and animal health. IP: Logged |
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susan_cude@hotmail.com Member Posts: 813 |
posted 01-18-2004 11:33 PM
Chessmind has probably nailed it on the head, but! it could also be what your dog is eating. Some dog foods cause bad breath also, this was the case with my dog. At first he hated my trying to brush his teeth, now he allows it. (still not crazy about it though) Do you have a large dog or a small dog? My dogs are small breed dogs, so it's a little easier for me. I do it when I'm bathing them, that way they can't go anywhere. I insert my thumb and pinky into the corners of the mouth, this causes the mouth to open, then I use a finger brush on them with doggie toothpaste. Hope this helps you! But if your dog is more 6 to 8 months old, you need to do what Chessmind said. Good luck! Susan IP: Logged |
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Jamiya Member Posts: 1392 |
posted 01-19-2004 01:59 PM
You can also try Oxyfresh in her water, and Greenies and Dentabones are supposed to help with cleaning the teeth. A dental cleaning is a good idea if her teeth need it. Gum disease can lead to all sorts of other health problems.
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Chessmind Member Posts: 701 |
posted 01-19-2004 07:04 PM
Yes, it can. Did you know that researchers estimate that 60 to 80 percent of dogs and cats have periodontal disease by the age of five? It is an amazing statistic because this problem is entirely preventable. All you have to do is brush your pet's teeth. In one study, a group of beagles had one side of their mouths brushed daily, while the other side was left alone. Four years later, the brushed teeth were healthy and shining, while the "natural" side was in terrible shape. IP: Logged |
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