Dog Health

We've all heard it - Doggy Breath! But brushing your dog's teeth? Come on, really? Yes. Keeping a dog's teeth and gums clean and healthy is important, not only for pleasant breath but for...

Making homemade dog food is not as hard as one might think. Homemade dog food has many advantages over store bought food. Good healthy servings of the freshest meats and veggies translate into a...

Before worrying about exactly how you will give your dog his medicine, be sure to read the labels on the bottle and refer to any instructions given by the veterinarian. Specifically, you must note...

If your dog has bad breath, it may simply mean that you need to brush your pet's teeth or that your pet has some indigestion. However, bad breath can be a signal that there is something more...

There are a number of causes of bad breath in dogs. It is important to evaluate the source of the bad breath, as each cause has a different, appropriate treatment approach.

Keeping a dog's teeth clean is an important part of her overall health, although it is often overlooked by many pet owners. Dogs can have the same types of dental disease as humans, and can also...

Proper oral care is an important part of keeping your dog healthy. Teeth which are not cared for properly can cause widespread infection and chronic pain. Regular dental cleaning is an important...

Terramycin treats bacterial infections in both dogs and cats. A veterinarian prescribes the medication and it comes in capsule form and an eye ointment. The dog owner administers the medication at...

Infection in your dog's mouth can pose serious health risks to other organs in his body. The bacteria trapped in his teeth and gums can cause not only infection (called periodontal disease), but...

Dental health is just as important for dogs and cats as it is for us. Aside from causing bad breath and unsightly teeth—bacteria can spread to other organs including the kidneys, liver, lungs,...

Your dog's teeth and gums are very similar to your own. Although dogs may have less mouth bacteria than humans, almost 85 percent of dogs have some gum disease by the time they are three years old.

Some dogs just seem to come with built-in bad breath. Many others develop the problem as they get older. To keep a happy relationship with your dog, you will want to feel good about letting him...

Periodontal disease is an irreversible, painful disease that affects the structures that support a dog's teeth. The gums and tendons around the teeth become inflamed, leading to bleeding and bone...

A comparison of dog and human anatomy must necessarily involve all of the body---humans and dogs share the same molecular and cellular structures, organs and systems with major differences showing...

You can do a full dental session at home and avoid the Veterinarian, the dangerous anesthesia, and the huge bills that the full dental on your dog would usually come with.

Dental health care is just as important for your pet as it is for you and your family. Brushing your pet’s teeth on a regular basis will remove any plaque that is present on the teeth and...

Oral health is vitally important to your dog's overall health. Just like we brush daily to keep our teeth and gums healthy between dental visits, we need to do the same for our dogs to maintain...

Canine dental health is an important part of overall canine health. An infected tooth in a dog is dangerous and even deadly if left untreated as infection from the tooth may spread to the bloodstream.

Making sure your dog's teeth and gums are healthy can protect him from serious medical conditions. Oral disease affects 80 percent of dogs by age 3, according to the American Veterinary Dental...

Dental care is just as important to your dog as it is to you. When you visit the vet, he or she will check your dog’s teeth and dental health as part of the general exam. The vet will recommend...

The average puppy has 28 deciduous also known as baby, milk or temporary teeth. Deciduous, just like with trees, means that the teeth will fall out. These starter teeth include incisors, canines...

It is estimated that up to 80 percent of all dogs over 3 years of age will suffer from some form of dental disease, according to the Laurelhurst Veterinary Hospital. Swollen, red gums are often...

The worst has happened and your doggie needs to have dental surgery. Unfortunately, dogs, like humans, can develop teeth issues that need to be addressed by surgery. In fact, many dogs need to...

Like human babies, puppies are born without teeth so they can nurse without hurting their mother. Unlike human babies, however, puppies' first set of teeth, called deciduous teeth, appear 30 days...

C.E.T. toothpaste is a specially formulated toothpaste for dogs. It has several flavors that most dogs enjoy, including beef, malt, poultry, vanilla and seafood. Veterinarians recommend brushing a...

Removing a dog's teeth should only be done by a veterinarian under general anesthesia. Some reasons why a dog would need teeth removed include severe crowding, infection, pulp exposure, broken...

If you own a dog or he owns you, you know the feeling when he runs up to you, so excited to see you and almost knocks you over with his breath. Many dogs have stinky, bad breath. There are some...

Dental problems have serious health consequences for dogs. In fact, PetPlace.com estimates that 85 percent of dogs over two years old show early signs of tooth problems caused by dental...

Though dogs rarely get tooth cavities like people do, your dog is very prone to gum disease caused by tartar build-up, such as periodontal disease. You can help prevent gum disease by providing...

Think of how much you hate to go to the dentist. Remembering the sound of that dentist's drill may motivate you to brush and floss regularly. Now think about your dog and his teeth. He can't...

Dogs have teeth problems just like humans do. A good owner brushes and inspects her dog's teeth daily. As with any other type of illness or disease, catching possible problems early and working on...

If you have a dog whose teeth chatter you might think it's cute or even funny, but if you don't know exactly why it is happening it might be worth a visit to your veterinarian. While much of the...

It is tremendously important for your pet that you catch a disease or a problem as soon as possible, before is spreads or worsens. As a Vet Tech it sometimes amazes me how few owners realize that...

The most common canine mouth diseases are those caused by dental problems. Although cavities are rare in dogs, there are other problems, such as plaque and tartar buildup, gingivitis and advanced...

Adopting a dog can be an exciting and memorable experience. Dogs offer companionship, entertainment and love. Adopting an unhealthy dog, however, can quickly turn a memorable experience into a...

Teething is a trying time for many new dog owners, and one way to get through it is to know that it will end. While there are some variances between breeds, teething generally lasts two to three...

Puppies are born without teeth. Their first days are spent in a dark and silent world, where they do little besides nurse and sleep. As the days pass, they began to see, hear and smell. Senses...

They may be our best friends, but sometimes our dogs' affections make our eyes water. In most cases, the foul odor begins and ends in the mouth and is easily treatable. Sometimes, however, bad...

Dental hygiene is important for dogs, just as it is for humans. Neglecting your dog's teeth can lead to canine gum disease, which has consequences far beyond simple tooth pain. If left untreated,...

In general, dogs that frequently chew hard rubber toys and/or soup bones from the grocery store have reasonably healthy, plaque-free teeth. Even if your dog does chew a lot, it's good to brush...

Dogs can get tartar build-up, tooth decay and gum disease, just like people can. If left untreated, these can lead to even larger issues, like heart disease, and can have a negative effect on your...

Just as in humans, teeth are an important part of the Labrador puppy's anatomy. Not only necessary for eating and digestion, they are also a form of protection and can keep the tongue moist. The...

Let's face it, dogs can have pretty bad breath. It all depends, of course, on what you feed them and how well they are taken care of, but more times than not, dog breath is stinky. Fortunately,...

Dental disease or periodontal disease affects dogs much the same way as it does humans. Plaque buildup from food and bacteria accumulate on the surface of the teeth, starting at the gum line and...

Bruxism in dogs is an uncommon condition that may develop as a symptom of an underlying painful disorder. Prompt veterinarian treatment will prevent bruxism from causing extreme wear on the teeth...

Puppies spend nearly the entire first nine months of their lives in one stage of teething or another. Teething is painful and gums become irritated and even bleed occasionally. The discomforts of...

It isn't normal for a dog to loose teeth after about seven to nine months. Puppies have a set of baby teeth they will loose when their adult teeth emerge. Any tooth loss after this indicates a...

Dental disease affects 85 percent of adult dogs, making it the most common health problem among our canine pets. Keeping your dogs' teeth clean requires regular home care and occasional veterinary...

Like infants, puppies are born with no teeth. However, they will have 28 baby teeth by 6 to 8 weeks of age, and then will lose their baby teeth. They may drool as they teethe, sometimes excessively.

Taking, halitosis in dogs, is a serious matter. It may be a sign of your dogs teeth or gum problems. Periodontal disease is a common oral problem for dogs and cats.