Dental Health In Dogs: 10 Best Medium Dog Breeds For Any Lifestyle

Dentist disease in dogs is a condition where teeth begin to fall out due to neglected dental health. Dentist disease usually begins when tartar and plaque build up around the teeth and gums. If the tartar or plaque sit for too long and are never attended to, it can lead to gingivitis. A condition where the gums become inflamed, making it a painful experience.

Plaque is the known cause of dog's bad breath and gum disease. It is easier for a dog to get an infected mouth because they can't tend to their teeth the same way humans can. If it isn’t taken care of, it could cause issues not only within their mouth but in other organs. Untreated periodontal disease can affect the health of a dog's heart. Smaller dog breeds can have more teeth that make misalignment, making good teeth cleaning not as easy. Bad breath can be the first indicator that your dog may have dental issues. Dry food is preferred over wet food. The bigger the pieces are the better. Brush your dog's teeth every day to prevent tartar build-up. Use coconut oil to treat gums . Over 80% of dogs over the age of three have dental disease . At- home teeth cleanings should be done as often as possible. Rhiannon Taylor is a Content Producer at SitStay. She loves all dogs a lot but has a special place in her heart for her 5 year-old Australian Shepherd named Memphis. RhIANnon is a full time student at Wichita State University in Elliott School of Communication. .

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