its stinks and i cant stand it
2007-01-15 09:27:28 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi Angel...generally, when a cat exhibits bad breath it could be a result of either periodontal, kidney, respiratory or liver disease to diabetes, skin disease (involving tissue around the lips) or oral trauma, such as electric cord injury. However, by far, the most common problem associated with bad breath is periodontal disease. All which will require a veterinarian's evaluation to treat respectively.
More about feline bad breath causes by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine for Feline Health:
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/news/badBreath.htm
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine for Feline Health instructional video on how to brush cats teeth: http://www.felinevideos.vet.cornell.edu/brushing_teeth/index.shtml
2007-01-15 09:45:21 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The most likely reason your cat has bad breath is from dental problems. You should take the cat to the vet and have its teeth cleaned regularly - usually every couple of years. The vet will also look for diseased teeth and gums and if necessary deal with problems of that type.
2007-01-15 17:44:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a local Pet store I suggest Petsmart and at the food section or the cashier register you could buy Cat Mints (I had 2 dogs with similar problems and the mints worked! I think that is the name of the mints though, it's been a long time) and there are directios in the label! Good Luck!
2007-01-15 17:31:18 · answer #3 · answered by Vee 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The only thing that works for my cat's bad breath is regular teeth brushing with a toothpaste specifically for cats.
2007-01-15 19:25:47 · answer #4 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats require dental treatment just as people do. Make an appt to have your babes teeth cleaned.
In the meantime, don't make your cat feel bad about the breath they have no control over.
2007-01-15 17:32:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
try giving your cat treats daily with tartar control or try these.. i gave them to my cats and I never noticed any foul breath...
Give it a few days before you'll notice a difference. Also cats (like dogs and human) need occasional teeth cleanings- your kitty may be due for this.
2007-01-15 17:43:13 · answer #6 · answered by ChrissyLicious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brush the cats teeth. The bad breath is probably caused by gingivitis. Yes, even dogs and cats need proper tooth care.
2007-01-15 17:31:21 · answer #7 · answered by gypsie_spiryt 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
The pet stores sell these treats called Greenies. They're supposed to be tasty to cats, but also freshen their breath. Worked for my cat! I have a link to the website, you can order a free sample.
http://www.felinegreenies.com/en_us/2k6sampling/feline.asp
2007-01-15 17:31:10 · answer #8 · answered by Peach 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Cats need to get their teeth cleaned every so often just like people. Take your cat to the vet; they'll know what the problem is.
2007-01-15 17:32:30 · answer #9 · answered by HobbesMom 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
once a day give them tarter control cat treats, 3 or 4 pieces a day should do the job.
2007-01-15 17:31:48 · answer #10 · answered by chapes 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋