Dog Health
Issues - Description of Canine Bad Breath
Words cannot adequately describe Canine Bad Breath - but if your
dog suffers with it a a description simply isn't necessary. The
term used to describe bad breath is halitosis.
The word halitosis comes from the Latin word halitus meaning to
breath. Any dog with a constant bad breath problem should be
examined by a veterinarian as, although it is generally caused by
some sort of dental problem, some causes of bad breath may be
serious and can cause severe and even fatal complications if they
are not treated promptly.
Dog Health
Questions - Dogs susceptible to Canine Bad Breath
All dogs can suffer from canine bad breath - it is not limited by
any particular breed type and can affect both big and small dog
breeds.
Canine Bad
Breath - Dental Problems the most common cause
Canine Bad Breath is generally caused by some sort of dental
problem. Old food particles and bacteria can form plaque, which in
turn causes bad breath. This can further develop into gingivitis
or periodontal disease.
Dog Health
Questions - Canine Bad Breath Causes
There
are many possible causes of Canine Bad Breath, or halitosis, which include:
Dental Problems - decaying teeth or gum disease
Mouth Infections
Breathing Problems such as sinus infections
Oral problems such as
tonsillitis
Gastrointestinal disease
including cancer
Kidney Disease
Dog Health
Information - Treatment of Canine Bad Breath
The cause of canine bad breath must be determined by a Veterinary
Surgeon who can then determine the appropriate treatment.
Dog Health
Advice
We hope that the canine health information and dog health advice
has been of some assistance. But please remember that if you are
in doubt about your Dog's Health please consult your Canine Health
Specialist.
Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
The sole purpose of the Online
Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems is as a reference
manual to provide useful information to dog and puppy owners. It
is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat sick dogs or as a
substitute for obtaining professional veterinary advice. Please
remember that if you are in any doubt about your Dog's Health
please consult your Canine Veterinary Specialist immediately.
