The dog has bad breath. Reasons why a dog smells of rotten meat from the mouth. Dental problems

In the modern world, the working "function" of dogs is fading into the background. If a dog sits on a chain for years and performs exclusively the function of a territory guard, then not only his psyche suffers, but also his health, and many symptoms of problems simply go unnoticed. One such symptom is bad breath in dogs.

Any loving owner of an animal is constantly in contact with him during the day, and in this situation it is not difficult to notice that the pet smells unpleasantly from the mouth. Why this happens, what it may indicate and how to treat, we will analyze in this article.

Causes of bad breath in adult dogs

First of all, the cause of bad breath can be not only some kind of violation in the oral cavity, but also a problem in other body systems.

Diseases of the oral cavity

Disease name	Description	Symptoms	Treatment
	- inflammation of the gums. The most common cause of gingivitis is scratches on the gums that are infected. Periodontitis is an inflammation of the periodontium (tissues surrounding the tooth) and leads to the destruction of the jaw.	Putrid odor from the mouth. Refusal to eat due to pain. The gums are reddened and swollen.	You need to find out the reason, for this, consult a doctor. At home, you can wipe the gums with a solution of chlorhexidine several times a day, using a cotton pad or bandage.
Abscesses	An abscess is a purulent inflammation of the tissues, manifested as a noticeable swollen formation (tubercle) filled with pus. Caused by trauma to the tissues of the oral cavity or stuck foreign objects.	Solid growth in the oral cavity (often under the tongue, on the upper and lower palate). Dog something. interferes with the mouth. Refuses to feed.	Small abscesses may go away on their own. And large and painful ones require medical intervention. They must be opened and the resulting cavity processed. Don't try to do this at home!
Tartar	Tartar is lime deposits on the teeth. Plaque is formed from mineralized food residues, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus salts.	At the base of the tooth there is a light yellow plaque, which becomes darker over time, up to black. At first, the coating is soft and loose, but eventually hardens.	Professional cleaning with a special device in a veterinary clinic is necessary.
Melanoma fibrosarcoma Squamous cell carcinoma	These neoplasms are malignant tumors. The external differences between them are not very large, the doctor should determine during an internal examination.	Most often painless formations in the mouth. Bleeding from the mouth. Itching. Smell from the mouth.	An accurate diagnosis can only be made by a doctor. It is recommended to treat surgically.
	Stomatitis is an inflammation of the oral mucosa.	Depending on the type of inflammation, ulcers and vesicles form on the mucosa. Redness of the gums, mucous. Inflammation can go to the tongue.	Eliminate from the diet foods that can "sag" the oral mucosa. Treat the cavity with furacilin solution (1:10000). Seek medical attention if ulcers are present.
foreign body	A foreign body stuck in the oral cavity (between the teeth or embedded in the tissues) will subsequently begin to decompose.	Rotten smell from the mouth. Refusal to eat. The dog tries to get something out of its mouth, often champs.	It is necessary to get a foreign body and process the oral cavity. Often it is impossible to do this at home, it is better to consult a veterinarian.

Sometimes "pockets" are formed in the oral cavity where pieces of food fall. These may be folds on the gums or mucous membranes.

Metabolic problems

Disease name	Description	Symptoms	Treatment
Kidney failure (uremia)	A serious disease in which metabolic waste is not excreted from the body, but enters the bloodstream.	Strong smell of ammonia (urine). Urinary retention or absence. weight loss. Refusal to eat. Depressed state.	You must contact the veterinarian immediately!
Diabetes	A disease in which the level of glucose in the blood rises, and sugar is not absorbed, which leads to carbohydrate starvation.	Sour smell from the mouth (smell of rotting fruit) at the beginning of the disease. Subsequently, a clear aroma of acetone. Frequent urination. Exhaustion.	Requires special nutrition and supportive care for life. For necessary appointments, contact your veterinarian.

When the paraanal glands are blocked, the dog's mouth can smell like fish. Since bacteria form in the clogged glands, which the dog licks off due to itching.

Respiratory diseases (damage to the respiratory system)

Disease name	Description	Symptoms	Treatment
	Inflammation of the nasal mucosa	You won't always smell a bad odor from your mouth, but it's possible. Nose discharge (snot).	It is necessary to find out the cause, because allergic rhinitis is possible (if the disease is accompanied by itching). Contact your doctor.
Pneumonia	Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs, and all structures of the lung tissue are affected.	Rotten smell from the mouth. Cough, .	It is necessary to consult a veterinarian for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
lung abscess	Purulent fusion of lung tissues in the form of a limited area.	Bad breath. Dyspnea. Elevated temperature. General weakness. Cough with scanty expectoration, when the abscess opens, the expectoration is copious and offensive.	A doctor's supervision is necessary. Broad spectrum antibiotics. Complex symptomatic therapy.

Dermatological pathologies (skin diseases).

Disease name	Description	Symptoms	Treatment
	Pyoderma is an inflammatory skin disease caused by bacteria.	A putrid smell comes from the affected skin, but when the lesion is near the mouth, it seems as if the dog had bad breath.	Comprehensive long-term treatment in the clinic is necessary.
Eosinophilic granuloma	This is a disease in which nodules and plaques form in the oral cavity or on the tonsils. The exact reason is unknown.	There is bad breath. Papules and plaques of the oral cavity. More common in Siberian Huskies and.	Small lesions may go away on their own. Symptomatic therapy.
drug rash, hives		Breathing is heavy, with an unpleasant odor. Rash on the body. Itching. Temperature rise.	The mild form goes away on its own in a few hours. It is best to consult a veterinarian in order to avoid Quincke's edema. Antihistamines.
lupus erythematosus Pemphigus complex (Pemphigus)	Autoimmune disease.Sometimes the disease affects the liver and kidneys, then the breath smells of acetone or ammonia.	The skin is affected, more often on the face. Sores. Redness. Scales. The unpleasant smell comes from the skin, but it seems that from the breath.	Maintenance therapy is needed throughout life.

Also, often the smell from the dog’s mouth does not signal an illness, but only that the dog has eaten something smelly. For example, or.

Also, many dogs have a very poor craving to eat carrion that they find on the street, in which case a sharp smell of rotten meat comes from the dog's mouth.

Another "headache" for many owners is when their pet has coprophagia, the name given to the craving to eat feces. It smells like a pet at the same time appropriately. Since such a habit entails negative consequences in the form of indigestion, helminth infection, etc., this must be fought.

Causes of bad breath in puppies

For puppies, the situation is somewhat different. They have much less reasons for the appearance of bad breath.
The most common cause of bad breath in young dogs is teething. Or rather, those cases when this process does not go according to plan.

In small breed puppies, the molar tooth may grow behind or in front of the milk tooth. Consequently, the milk tooth does not fall out as it should, but begins to rot. Hence the smell. You can cope with this problem only with the help of a veterinarian, he will remove the tooth that has not fallen out, treat the cavity with high quality and, if necessary, prescribe antibiotics.

Another reason lies in the particular location of the teeth. Unlike adult dogs, whose teeth are quite close together, puppies usually have gaps between their teeth. Food particles fall into these gaps, get stuck and the process of decay begins, which causes bad breath.

Well, in the appendage, all dogs, and puppies in particular, love to gnaw on everything. Whether it be toys, master's slippers or sticks. Just the latter can cause quite strong damage to the baby's gums. Even through just a scratch, an infection can get in, a putrefactive microflora and a corresponding smell will develop. In this case, it is also better to consult a veterinarian, as surgical debridement and a course of antibiotics may be required.

To prevent the above problems, you need to periodically brush your pet's teeth. It's not difficult and not expensive at all. This procedure will help prevent rotting of stuck pieces of food. And also, during cleaning, you inspect the pet's oral cavity and notice any pathological changes in time.

How to take good care of your mouth

In order for your pet's teeth to be in order, it is necessary to monitor oral hygiene. There are several ways to clean your teeth.

Natural

For a natural cleaning of the dog's teeth, it is necessary to adjust the diet. A dog is a carnivore, and for healthy teeth, it needs to gnaw.

• From natural products, it will be useful to give well-digested cartilage, pig ears, beef bones (namely, the head of the hip joint, in simple words - maslaki). Also, the dog can be given to gnaw carrots or an apple.
• If you feed dry food, then it in itself prevents the development of tartar and the likelihood of food getting stuck in the teeth disappears.
• In the modern market, pet store shelves are bursting with special treats "bones", which are designed specifically for brushing teeth and are completely safe at the same time. Plus, pets love it.

Using brush and paste

brush and paste must be specially designed for dogs, never use human devices!

This cleaning should be done 2-3 times a week. It is necessary to accustom a pet from puppyhood and gradually, the dog should not be afraid of such a procedure.

Benefits of this cleaning:

• Cleans teeth from stuck food.
• Prevention of tartar formation.
• You examine the pet's oral cavity and notice pathological changes in time.

The only downside is that it is time consuming. But it's really a must if you want your pet to be healthy.

At the veterinary clinic

In advanced cases, when cleaning the house will no longer help, tartar has appeared, you need to contact the clinic. Teeth cleaning is carried out with ultrasound.

The procedure is painless for the pet and is performed under light anesthesia. If your dog is calm and easily tolerates such manipulations, you can do without anesthesia at all.

Important! The veterinarian must clean from the stone not only the front of the teeth, but also the back and gingival surface.

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Briefly about the main

1. Bad breath from a dog's mouth can be due to various reasons. This phenomenon can be both a signal of illness, and simply that the dog has eaten something strongly smelling.
2. It is necessary to carefully monitor the oral hygiene of the pet. And it is entirely your responsibility if you want your pet to be healthy.
3. Brushing your dog's teeth is not a whim, but a health necessity. The main thing is to do it right.

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Not all dog owners like it when dogs lick them, it is especially unpleasant if at the same time an unbearable smell of rotten meat comes from the mouth of their beloved pet. It should be noted that this is a fairly common problem and occurs in almost all animals. Although most breeders do not pay attention to this, considering it the norm. Most often, the owner of the pet assumes that the dog ate something not entirely edible, and this is where the bad smell comes from. But in fact, the dog may be sick, and he needs veterinary help.

Most owners not only never brush their dog's teeth, but consider it an optional activity. In an animal whose teeth have never been subjected to preventive cleaning, a bad smell is quite understandable, but not considered the norm. Any veterinarian will confirm that in 80% of cases, bad breath from the mouth is the result of some kind of disease in the dog. And any treatment begins with the diagnosis and establishment of the causes of the onset of the disease.

Bad breath in kittens and young dogs

Bad smell in kittens and young dogs is much easier to diagnose than in adults. As a rule, a puppy is given more care and attention than an adult dog, and if a bad smell from the mouth appears, the problem can be solved already at an early stage of the disease.

Most representatives of small breeds face a problem when changing milk teeth. So, if the milk tooth has not fallen out, the root grows, then pushing out the previous one, and it begins to rot - hence the sharp fetid smell in the puppy. If you do not pay attention to this in time, the gums can become inflamed and infection can begin, as a result, the healthy microflora of the mouth becomes infected and exacerbates the already bad smell. This is characteristic not only of a dog or other animal, but also of a person, and, despite brushing and rinsing teeth, without a dentist, a person is not able to fix the problem on his own, what can we say about a pet.

Another reason is the puppy's small, unformed teeth. In adult dogs, teeth grow and fit tightly together, unlike puppies. Because of the gaps between the teeth, the food gets stuck and begins to rot, because the dog cannot brush its teeth on its own - a rotten smell appears. It's no secret that puppies have irrepressible energy, play and chew on everything, there is no harm from specialized toys, but sticks and bones can injure still tender gums, and small fragments have an unpleasant feature of getting stuck and decomposing. As a result, harmful bacteria appear.

Pungent odor in adult dogs is a fairly common problem. The older the pet, the more pathologies can develop an unpleasant odor or cause it. As a rule, most of the causes of a fetid odor are in an advanced stage.

Important! Follow the dog, perhaps the reason lies not in the disease, but in the dog's habit of eating carrion on a walk.

The most commonly diagnosed problem in such situations is oral disease or diseases of the intestines and stomach.

1. Tartar is one of the most common causes of bad breath in adult dogs; you can see peculiar dark yellow or brown thickenings without going to a veterinary clinic. To prevent tartar, it is enough to give special bones to the animal, which have abrasive properties and safely clean off plaque when the dog nibbles on a treat, or brush the pet's teeth with dog toothpaste. However, these are only preventive measures. If the stone has already appeared, then this method of struggle is powerless. It is important to consider that the problem is quite serious, of course, the pet will not die from this, but if you do not fight, the tartar will continue to undermine and destroy the teeth, which may result in their falling out.
2. Benign tumor. It is a process or small seals in the pet's mouth, or rather above the teeth or palate. You should not take such neoplasms solely for the visual component of the problem. You should contact your veterinarian immediately. Dog breeds with a flat and raised muzzle are more susceptible to such a disease.
3. A disease of the genitourinary system or kidneys is characterized by the smell of ammonia, which exudes the saliva of the dog and its mouth. This is explained by the fact that with such a disease, ammonia is excreted from the body much more slowly and enters the blood and saliva of the animal, the whole body is mainly a liquid component, thus ammonia circulates through the organs.
4. Hormones or diseases of the immune system also contribute to the smell of ammonia from the mouth. So, for example, one of the main symptoms of diabetes is ammonia smell. At the very beginning of the disease, it is barely perceptible, but if it is detected, it is necessary to pass a biochemical and complete blood test of the dog. Most likely, the reason lies in the disease of the digestive tract or thyroid gland.
5. Liver disease causes a very strong rotten smell. A rotten smell indicates the death of cells and a gradually decomposing liver. Unfortunately, most likely, the cause is cirrhosis.
6. Worms. Once a season it is worth carrying out prophylaxis. With a strong infection, especially with roundworms, the dog has a smell from the mouth. Ascaris tend to multiply rapidly, so much so that they fill the intestines, and the food, acting, simply cannot be digested. As a result, the food rots - hence the smell. It should be noted that there may be other types of worms in the dog's body, which should be regularly disposed of.
7. Gingivitis is one of the most common diseases of the oral cavity, which is expressed by swelling of the gums and their inflammation. The cause of this ailment can be either a simple beriberi or a more serious problem associated with a disease and indigestion, including an advanced form of infection with worms. In a serious stage of the development of the disease, ulcers and dead areas form in the dog's mouth.
8. Allergy. It is accompanied by numerous symptoms, however, a putrid odor is a clear manifestation of a food allergy, an accompanying symptom will be not only the smell from the mouth, but also skin rashes and itching. Before treating an allergy, one must absolutely be sure of the diagnosis, otherwise there is a possibility of missing another disease.

Smell is not a symptom of illness

The smell not as a symptom is a fairly common occurrence, and may remain unidentified only because of the unpreparedness of the dog owner. If the pet is healthy, it will not be difficult to get rid of the unpleasant smell.

The root of the problem may lie in the breed, for example, in dogs with saggy cheeks, food often lingers behind the folds of the skin and is not digested, causing a bad stench. If you feed your pet only meat without adding vegetables and cereals to the diet, such a problem may also appear, since meat is digested for a long time. Do not overdo it with cereals, because everything is good in moderation. Hard water can also cause such an unpleasant ailment, so give your dog only filtered water.

Eliminate dog mouth odor

If the cause is a disease, then there is only one way out - to treat the pet. If during the examination the veterinarian did not reveal any health complications, the animal needs to be provided with more thorough care.

1. Take the dog to a specialist for tartar removal, in no case should you perform the procedure yourself at home.
2. Regularly brush your pet's teeth with a special dog toothpaste and brush.
3. Adding tomato or tomato juice to food is a proven method and really helps.

In modern veterinary clinics, teeth are cleaned using ultrasonic equipment, which is absolutely painless for the animal. If the teeth are severely damaged by tartar, their surface is sealed or a healing gel is applied, which reduces tooth sensitization for a while until the enamel is restored. Often, the dog is put into a state of light anesthesia during cleaning in order to avoid the emotional stress of the animal. After this procedure, the smell persists for several days, and then disappears. If this does not happen, you need to contact another veterinarian, most likely, the pet still has internal health problems.

Video: how to brush your dog's teeth

There are diseases that do not always have obvious symptoms. Therefore, attentive owners should determine the disease by the general condition of the animal and external signs (wool, bad breath). When the health of the animal is normal, there is no bad breath. Sometimes it happens that the animal feels just a terrible and unbearable smell from the mouth. Then the owner should think about the fact that his animal is sick. Oddly enough, but By the presence of bad breath, you can assess the state of health of the dog.

Possible symptoms and reasons why a dog smells rotten from the mouth

Causes of dog breath stink:

1. Teeth. Smelling the smell from the mouth of a pet, you can immediately suspect problems with the teeth or oral mucosa. This pathology is typical for young dogs. To verify this reason, it is necessary to conduct an independent examination. The dog is seated and his mouth is opened. A healthy mucosa is characterized by a pale pink color without the presence of irritation, rashes, ulcers and wounds. Next, the teeth are examined for the presence of carious damage. If plaque is found in the mouth, then it must be carefully removed. In this case, it is worth reviewing the diet.
2. Diseases of the kidneys or urinary system. Older dogs (over ten years old) are at risk. There is intense thirst and frequent urination. It rarely happens that frequent urges in a dog are not characterized by urination. The smell from the mouth indicates that the disease has begun to progress. In this case, the dog's mouth will smell like ammonia / acetone / urine. This symptom fully confirms kidney dysfunction. The general condition is characterized by lethargy.
3. Disorders in the digestive system. An unpleasant smell can provoke a problem from the stomach. Often this symptom is characterized by gastritis. If a putrid smell is felt from the mouth of an animal, then this indicates an obstruction of the intestines or a pathology of the liver.
4. Respiratory problems. If the infection is present in the upper respiratory tract, then an unpleasant odor from the mouth is not excluded. In this case, the main symptoms will be, possibly a runny nose. Please note that not only an inflammatory disease of the respiratory system has such symptoms, but also, which is fatal.
5. Other pathologies. Often the smell from the mouth can appear on the soil. Then the animal begins to lose weight dramatically and feels constant thirst. Over time, itching appears.

What to do if your dog has bad breath

What should I do if my dog's mouth stinks? The smell of rottenness, which is accompanied by vomiting, unwillingness to eat, yellowing of visible skin and mucous membranes - all this suggests that the animal has serious liver problems. In this case a visit to the veterinarian is the first step.

In order for the bad smell to go away, first of all, the root cause is eliminated, which only a doctor can identify. One examination by a veterinarian for an accurate diagnosis is not at all enough, for this you need to go through a whole happy surveys, since an unpleasant odor is directly related to diseases of the internal organs. After that, based on the results of the tests and the definition of the disease, a course of treatment is prescribed. You should be attentive to your animal and do not self-medicate without the consent of the doctor.

To prevent the appearance of a terrible smell, it is worth regularly apply preventive measures.

1. The dog must be examined by a veterinarian without fail. Pay special attention to the oral cavity.
2. If there is an unpleasant odor, then a special diet should be followed. To reduce plaque, include solid foods in your diet.
3. Special products from a veterinary pharmacy. This delicacy is prepared from rawhide and a special enzyme is added that protects teeth and dissolves plaque.
4. Regular brushing of teeth. It is advisable for the owner not to forget about this necessary procedure for the animal.
5. Therapeutic procedures of the teeth, which include the removal of tartar.

Dog teeth cleaning video

If the dog does not have serious pathologies, then you should learn how to properly brush the animal's teeth in order to eliminate the unpleasant odor. The video will help to understand this, but in other cases, you should not hesitate to go to the veterinarian.

In the article, I will analyze the main causes of bad breath, called halitosis, or why a dog’s mouth smells like rotten meat (fish), tell you how to treat if it stinks from the mouth, what to do and how to get rid of bad breath, and preventive measures at home.

Reasons why a dog may smell like rotten breath

The sharp smell of rotten meat from the mouth of a four-legged friend is due to many reasons and needs to be diagnosed.

Consider the main causes of halitosis, depending on the age of the pet.

Young animals stink from the mouth

The appearance of an unpleasant smell from the mouth in puppies passing through the stage of rapid growth is associated with:

1. The growth of molars. In some cases, when changing milk teeth to permanent ones, the old tooth refuses to give way to a new one, causing decay. The process goes to the gums, changes the general microflora in the mouth and is accompanied by the appearance of an unpleasant odor. The main problems with teeth are experienced by Pomeranians. As a rule, babies require mandatory dental care.
2. Food jamming. With the growth of teeth in puppies, temporary gaps are formed that trap the remnants of food. The surviving pieces begin to deteriorate and smell like rot.

A dog whose teeth have never been brushed is quite expected to have an unpleasant mouth odor.

Old people smell bad

If young animals have only 2 main problems, then with age their number increases significantly:

1. Neoplasms. Any growths and seals seen in the oral cavity suggest a mandatory check for malignancy. The risk group includes brachycephalic dogs with a shortened skull.
2. Unbalanced diet. Meat requires a long digestion, so its excess leads to rotting. Never give your pet tap water. The chlorine in running water is also a cause of unpleasant odours.
3. Hormonal and autoimmune diseases associated with disorders in the functioning of the pancreas and thyroid gland.
4. Worm infestations. The rapid reproduction of roundworms that have captured the dog's intestines leads to its blockage. Stuck food cannot be digested and begins to rot.
5. Allergic reaction. The disease is recognized by the presence of additional symptoms: itching and any skin lesions.
6. . Food debris that accumulates on the tooth hardens and destroys tooth enamel, increasing the risk of infection by pathogenic bacteria.
7. Diseases affecting the kidneys and genitourinary system. Excess ammonia remaining inside the body enters the circulatory system and saliva of the animal. The saliva accumulated in the mouth begins to be accompanied by an unpleasant odor. A similar problem is typical for older dogs over the age of 10 years.
8. Cirrhosis of the liver. With this disease, tissue necrosis begins, accompanied by the putrid smell of rotting flesh.
9. Gingivitis. The disease affects the gums, causing them to swell due to tissue infection. If untreated, ulcers appear and tissue necrosis begins.

Main odor problems

Summarizing the above causes, the main problems leading to the appearance of halitosis are divided into the following groups:

• diseases of the oral cavity, leading to the formation of pathogenic microflora;
• allergies;
• diseases of internal organs and important body systems;
• helminthiases;
• breed features;
• consequences of improper care and maintenance.

All dog breeds are susceptible to oral disease. The smell from the mouth, pug is specific and unpleasant. Many owners believe that this is how it should be, since the dog's physiology does not include oral hygiene.

Diagnosis of diseases

If the pet's breath gives off rotten meat, consult a doctor and take all the necessary tests.

Self-diagnosis is fraught with errors and improper treatment.

Pay attention to accompanying symptoms and do not forget to tell about them at the appointment:

• strong smell of acetone (kidney problems);
• loss of appetite, yellowing of the mucous membranes and skin (liver disease);
• sweet smell, similar to fruit (diabetes).

The pungent smell of rotten meat does not always hint at cirrhosis.

Animals belonging to hunting breeds love to pick up carrion. Keep a close eye on your pet while walking.

Treatment and how to remove the smell

The therapy prescribed for a four-legged friend aims to eliminate the root cause of the disease, because an unpleasant odor is a symptom, not an independent disease.

An unbalanced diet is a very common cause of mouth odor.

Treatment may include:

• taking antihistamines or anthelmintics;
• ultrasonic cleaning, eliminating stones;
• normalization of the diet and the removal of prohibited foods;
• restoration of the microflora of the oral cavity.

Dry feeding protects against the formation of tartar.

Dense pieces of food clean the teeth during meals, preventing its accumulation on the enamel.

Prevention and cleaning of dog teeth at home

For the health of your pet, take the following preventive measures:

1. Switch to dry feeding or diversify the natural diet with solid foods.
2. Brush your teeth regularly. Use special therapeutic pastes flavored with meat flavor and clean your mouth at least once a week.
3. Buy special toys made of rubber that allow you to clean your tooth enamel while playing.
4. Don't forget to go for preventive check-ups. Check in the vet clinic and be sure to pass all the necessary tests.
5. Treat your pet with tasty and healthy treats that help remove plaque.

In conclusion, I note that strong and strong teeth are an important factor inherent in a healthy pet.

Adhere to preventive measures and be sure to contact the veterinary clinic if alarming symptoms are detected.

Remember that an unpleasant odor can hide not only a harmless piece of food stuck between the teeth, but also an oncological disease that requires immediate intervention to save the pet's life.

Many people think that a bad smell from the mouth of a dog is normal. If the dog has a healthy mouth, there will be no unpleasant odor. Communication with such a dog is a pleasure.

A change in the smell from the dog's mouth, or halitosis, is possible in an animal at any age - adult dogs and puppies. The main reasons for the phenomenon:

• change of teeth;
• diseases of the teeth and gums;
• diseases of the digestive system;
• improper eating behavior.

Smell when changing teeth

A strong odor can occur when replacing milk teeth in young dogs of small breeds. Such teeth are sufficiently firmly located in the mouth and cannot easily fall out. When they are loosened, wounds appear on the gums, into which food enters, which is food for pathogenic bacteria. It rots and causes a bad smell.

Similar processes are caused by trauma to the dog's gums, pieces of toys or wood chips.

This is usually observed in young dogs who are carried away by the game and chewing on objects.

Smell for diseases of the gums and teeth

An unpleasant odor is caused by the appearance of tartar. This sign does not affect the health of the dog, but the plaque is not completely harmless. Its result can be general intoxication, damaged tooth enamel and the appearance of an infection in the body, which weakens the dog.

Swollen and bleeding gums will be a source of bad breath.

Gingivitis is the result of trauma caused by scratching and subsequent infection.

The smell of rot or fish can give off from the mouth if various tumors grow or collapse in the dog's mouth.

Odor and diseases of the digestive system

The smell of acetone from the dog's mouth should alert the owner - this indicates an imbalance in hydrocarbon metabolism. This is one of the important symptoms of diabetes. Diabetes mellitus with untimely assistance is dangerous for the dog's life. Symptoms of this disease can be a sweet smell of fruit from the mouth, the dog is constantly thirsty and urinates.

The smell of urine from the mouth is provoked by diseases of the kidneys and urinary system, and rotten meat will be carried from the mouth of the animal due to a diseased liver. In many cases, ignoring this smell by the owner can put the animal's life at risk. Additional signs of necrosis will be vomiting, refusal of food, yellow tint of mucous membranes. The smell of metal will tell about diseased gums.

Infection with worms may indicate:

• faded, hard, protruding coat;
• exhaustion;
• swollen abdomen with general emaciation, hard on palpation;
• the appearance of worms in the stool;
• sour eyes;
• apathetic behavior;
• signs of anemia - grayish mucous membranes, a decrease in temperature.

Smell due to eating habits

A specific rotten smell can also be when the dog gets too much protein with food, as well as when the dog is in the habit of eating animal excrement or spoiled food on a walk.

When changing feed in animals, the development of dysbacteriosis is not excluded.

Finally, dysbacteriosis due to a change in food or if the dog has eaten spoiled food can be the cause of the aroma, then to eliminate the smell, you should wash the dog's face with warm water to remove particles stuck in the coat.

Treatment and prevention of odor

If an unpleasant foreign smell appears from the animal's mouth, do not try to take home treatment. The dog should be taken to the veterinarian for a checkup.

The veterinarian will check the condition of the teeth and gums, signs of other digestive pathologies.

For pet food, use fresh food that is easy to digest. It must fully meet the age and lifestyle of the dog, contain all the substances necessary for the body. Feed should not be cheap, otherwise there is a risk that poor feed will be a source of kidney and liver diseases.

If homemade food is used to feed the dog, vitamin supplements should be added to the diet, which will provide resistance to physiological disorders.