my puppy is 7 weeks when we got him his breath smells bad is that normal for a puppies breath to stink at such a young age wat can i do or wat can i give him and his father's breath smells really bad too help me please. thank you for you time
2006-12-28 15:58:00 · 8 answers · asked by colombianpride 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It's called puppy breath. It usually goes away after they get they adult teeth in, maybe a little earlier. It's totally normal, but if your really concerned about it, take him to the vet. Usually bad breath is a sign of some sort of malnutrition. Take a look at his gums. If they seem a little off color, or if his teeth look like they have dark spots, then he's probly has a gum disorder. I doubt he does, otherwise, he wouldn't be eating. It could also be what he's eating. Not all puppies stick with just their dog food! Are their any cats in your area? Maybe he likes kitty kookies.(**** clumps lol)
You could have a fat pup, and it could be missing something in it's diet to cause bad breathe. Malnutrition isn't always negelct or abuse. Sometimes it's just the wrong kind of dog food. Or sometimes, bad breathe could be genetic.
Alot of people think I'm gross for this, but I actually like the smell of puppy breath. It says to me they're young, and innocent, and depending on me to take care of them! So enjoy the fact that your puppy is still a puppy!
2006-12-28 16:11:21 · answer #1 · answered by Pluto 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Puppy breath..its normal. I would go with Greenies. They are an edible treat for your pup and they not only clean the teeth but freshen the breath. WOw, I wish I was getting paid to advertise for them..lol
2006-12-29 00:25:03 · answer #2 · answered by pink_avocado 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brush the dog's teeth. I know it sounds weird, but it will help. Also try a new dog food, there are special foods made for dental health, same with dog treats. I started feeding my dog dental bones not that long ago because she had horrible breath and they've helped a lot.
2006-12-29 00:02:14 · answer #3 · answered by L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you're talking about the "usual" puppy breath....if it stinks, you need to deworm the puppy.
If you have cats, make sure you keep the puppy away from the litter boxes.
2006-12-29 00:49:32 · answer #4 · answered by amccoy1962 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have the vet check their teeth. Even though the pup still has his baby teeth it would be a good idea to start brushing his teeth.
2006-12-29 00:02:28 · answer #5 · answered by ESPERANZA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either your pups are eatting something they shouldn't or their is something either wrong with their teeth and/or gums. I suggest talking them to a vet to get it checked out just in case.
2006-12-29 00:02:58 · answer #6 · answered by Lady Saturn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
theres some really easy things you can do chewing bones helps,they also sell treats you can give your dog to help,and (this depends on if your dog will let you ) you can buy toothpaste for dogs to brush his teeth.
2006-12-29 00:03:33 · answer #7 · answered by ashnchill 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He probably needs worming. The worms are supposed to cause it or so I'v read. The vet can do this when you take him for his shots.
2006-12-29 00:11:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋