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Spend a few minutes with any dog and you\u2019ll likely catch a whiff of his breath because dogs aren\u2019t shy. They also aren\u2019t known for fresh-smelling mouths. But bad breath isn\u2019t just an unpleasant thing for you\u2014it can mean something serious for your pup.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Sometimes a simple tooth brushing might suffice, but other times, bad breath is the sign of a more serious problem that requires veterinary care. Learn the common causes of bad breath in dogs so that you can protect your four-legged friend.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Although your vet looks for obvious signs of dental disease during your dog\u2019s annual checkup, it\u2019s a good idea to make an appointment in between visits if you suspect a dental issue.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n The waste products that are normally eliminated by the kidneys build up in the bloodstream and then show up in the breath of affected individuals.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n I<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>f you notice any masses or discolo<\/span><\/span>u<\/span><\/span>rations in your dog\u2019s mouth, they should be checked out by a veterinarian.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \n Dry food and wet food both have pros and cons when it comes to how they affect breath; some types of dry food can be better for teeth and helping keep the mouth clean overall, but wet food has more water which is also good for a dog\u2019s mouth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re concerned that it\u2019s simply your dog\u2019s food that is causing bad breath, you can work with your veterinarian to find the best option for your dog.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dental or Gum Disease
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Bad breath (known medically as halitosis) in dogs can occur when your dog has a dental condition\u2014from gum disease or infection to tooth decay.<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nKidney Disease
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Metabolic diseases like kidney disease or failure can cause bad breath. In fact, a decrease in kidney function can make a dog\u2019s breath smell like ammonia.<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nDiabetes
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Diabetes, specifically diabetic ketoacidosis, can also make a dog\u2019s breath smell unusual, giving it a sweet, almost fruity smell. Uncontrolled diabetes can also suppress the immune system, allowing bacteria in the mouth to grow unchecked.<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nOral Tumors
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Your dog\u2019s teeth and gums aren\u2019t the only areas for concern when it comes to possible causes of bad breath. Oral tumors are another potential cause due to the fact that their growth is often too fast for blood vessels to keep up, thus causing dead areas. Bacteria then takes over the dead areas, and that bacteria is often what causes a foul odour, he says.<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nFood
<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>While garbage or another non-approved substances can make your pup\u2019s breath smell undesirable, even dog-approved foods and treats don\u2019t always freshen breath.<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/span>Source:
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n