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Here is some advice pet advice I shared with a family this week.
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Curing Bad Cat Breath
Cat owners know for a fact that bad cat breath can be downright awful. It isn’t that different from bad human breath, as both are caused by bacteria found in the mouth that breaks protein down and release sulfur compounds into the air.
Sulfur smells bad on its own, which is why breath containing it smells bad as well. The bacterium that causes bad breath in cats is typically associated with a buildup of tartar around the teeth. Tartar is yellow in color, known as a coating of bacteria, food, and minerals.
To cure your cat of bad breath, you’ll need to remove the buildup of tartar. Several cat foods out there are designed to reduce the buildup of tartar, many containing enzymes that will literally dissolve it. You can also give your cat treats as well, as many of them will help eliminate and prevent tartar. If the buildup of tartar is bad, you may need to have your cat’s teeth professionally cleaned. Once the tartar has been removed, the bad breath will go away.
You may be able to clean the tartar off your cat’s teeth at home. Several kinds of toothpaste are available for pets, available in several different flavors. You’ll need to get a mechanical toothbrush, as the motion is essential for removing tartar buildup.
Toothpastes that contain enzymes will dissolve tartar, helping to cure bad breath. If you start early with brushing your cat’s teeth, you can virtually eliminate any type of tartar buildup that will ultimately lead to bad breath.
Some bacteria that lead to tartar can be found in your cat’s diet. When you feed him, you should always make sure that the food he consumes doesn’t contain a lot of bacteria. If you shop healthy and feed him only healthy foods, it can significantly help his bad breath.
When you give your pet a treat, make sure that the treat is designed to help with tartar. After your cat has finished eating, you can brush his teeth or rinse his mouth out. This way, you’ll get the bacteria out of his mouth before it has time to build up on his teeth.
Sometimes, cats may have a bad odor in their mouth that doesn’t come from tartar or bad breath in general. In these rare cases, it can be either liver or kidney disease.
If you notice bad breath and it isn’t tartar, you should take your cat to the vet. Even though it may be something to do with tartar, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Your veterinarian can pinpoint the problem, let you know what the cause is – and how you should go about fixing it.
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