As a human, you probably enjoy snuggling up with your pup. But nothing interrupts this special moment quite like a face full of horrible
doggie breath. Dogs, like humans, can experience bad breath from time to time. A lot of things can contribute to bad breath in dogs. There are also a lot of ways for you to treat it. Let’s take a look at some of the things you can do to treat dogs with bad breath.

Treating Your Dog’s Bad Breath

Brush Your Dog’s Teeth

It may be the most obvious method, but brushing our teeth regularly is often overlooked, which can lead to bad breath. You can use a doggy toothbrush and doggy toothpaste, which is available in some tasty flavors. Most vets recommend brushing a dog’s teeth at least once a day, but
twice daily is good, too.

There are other effective options too such as using all-natural Pawer Dog Wipes is safe to use for wiping your dog’s teeth clean. They are helpful by wiping away allergens, plaque, and improving oral health.

Dental Diet Options

Some brands offer dental diets that can help reduce plaque on your dog’s teeth. This dietary option can be used along with brushing or
wiping their teeth clean. But if you are unable to clean your dog’s teeth every single day dietary options are helpful.

Usually, these can be mixed in with your pet’s regular food. Talk to your veterinarian to learn more about which type is best for your dog.

Doggie Dental Chews

Specialized dental chews for dogs are designed to help break up plaque and keep it from forming on your dog’s teeth. There are many different options, and some of them contain anti-bacterial ingredients that help keep a dog’s breath fresh and reduce bad breath.

Routine Dental Checkups with a Vet

Dentists recommend deep cleaning and x-rays at least once a year for humans, vets make the same recommendations for doggie teeth.  Teeth cleanings help remove tartar build-up on your dog’s teeth and get rid of bacteria which causes bad breath. Regular professional dental care also helps prevent doggie gingivitis.

Taking a proactive approach and getting the vet to clean your dog’s teeth at least once a year can help improve their quality of life. Dogs are healthier when their teeth are well cared for and you may be able to extend their lives too.

Preventative Dental Care at Home

Taking care of your dog’s dental health at home can be preventative. If your vet has given your pup a clean bill-of-health, it is okay
to start an at-home dental care routine for them. However, if your dog has existing problems with their teeth or oral health, talk to your vet for recommendations about what you can do at home safely. This ensures you help your dog rather than cause more problems.

If you are not sure when your pup had a dental checkup, talk to your vet about setting up an appointment. They will be able to create a
dental care plan for your dog. This helps you be more confident in providing oral care over the long term.

Cleaning your dog’s teeth should become part of your grooming and bathing routine. Being proactive about your dog’s oral health can help keep bad
breath at bay. Managing bad breath means you can snuggle on the couch and watch TV anytime you want without it being interrupted by bad breath.

About the Author: Hazel

Hazel is the head engineer at Pawer Lab. He works hard to develop and test our dog-focused products. He enjoys the simple things of life and a long walk in the park. When Hazel is not working, he enjoys playing fetch with a tennis ball, riding in the car, and stalking delivery professionals.