Gum Disease

Gum disease in dogs

Overview

Bad breath, food dropping out of the mouth, drooling...all just part of being a dog, right? Wrong. These may be warning signals that your pet is in need of dental care.

More than 85 percent of domestic animals over the age of 3 suffer from gingivitis, a gum disease caused by inflammation of the gums. Particles of food, saliva and bacteria, commonly known as plaque, can harden into tartar in your dog's mouth in just 48 hours. When plaque and tartar are present, infection can occur.

Gum disease in dogs

Overview

Bad breath, food dropping out of the mouth, drooling...all just part of being a dog, right? Wrong. These may be warning signals that your pet is in need of dental care.

More than 85 percent of domestic animals over the age of 3 suffer from gingivitis, a gum disease caused by inflammation of the gums. Particles of food, saliva and bacteria, commonly known as plaque, can harden into tartar in your dog's mouth in just 48 hours. When plaque and tartar are present, infection can occur.

Common health problems ferrets face

With regular veterinary care, proper nutrition and plenty of playtime, your ferret should remain in fine form throughout his life. But members of this species are very sensitive, and are prone to a variety of illnesses. Discussed here are some of the most common ones to watch out for.

Ferret dental care

Bad breath, drooling, tartar buildup... that's just what you can expect to deal with as a ferret owner, right? Wrong! These may be warning signals that your pet is in need of dental care.

Cats and bad breath

Overview

Does your cat have morning breath all day long? It may be tough, but have him open wide and take a look inside his mouth.

Causes and prevention

Are there any ulcers or lumps and bumps on his gums? If the answer is yes, an infection may be causing the offending odor. Are his teeth stained? If so, your animal companion is suffering from tartar buildup, one of the most common causes of bad breath in cats. Gingivitis (gum disease) could also be the culprit.

Dogs and bad breath

Overview

Does your dog have morning breath all day long? It may be tough, but have him open wide and take a look inside his mouth.

Causes and prevention

Are there any ulcers or lumps and bumps on his gums? If the answer is yes, an infection may be causing the offending odor. Are his teeth stained? If so, your animal companion is suffering from tartar buildup, one of the most common causes of bad breath in dogs. Gingivitis (gum disease) could also be the culprit.