2007-12-09 14:56:32 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi Amanda Ann...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
Video on how to brush a cats teeth by Cornell: http://www.felinevideos.vet.cornell.edu/brushing_teeth/full_movie.shtml
2007-12-09 15:05:30 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Cat bad breath is not so different from human bad breath: it tends to be caused by the activities of bacteria in the mouth that break down proteins and release sulfur compounds into the air. Sulfur smells bad, so breath that contains sulfur compounds smells bad also. In cats, the bacteria that cause the problem tend to be associated with a buildup of tartar on the teeth. Tartar is a coating composed of food particles, bacteria, and minerals.
To cure cat bad breath, it's helpful to try to remove the tartar that has built up on the cat's teeth. Some pet foods are formulated to help reduce tartar by producing mechanical friction that scrapes tartar off, or by including an enzyme that helps to dissolve it. Pet treats are also commonly marketed as tartar fighters in one way or another. If the buildup of tartar on the cat's teeth is extensive, it might be necessary to pay to have a professional cleaning. When the tartar is removed, the cat bad breath should go away.
Regards,
Pete
http://www.catpert.com
2007-12-09 23:50:10 · answer #2 · answered by Pete 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing. You should go to the vet to find out WHY the cat has bad breath. It's not normal in cats. It could be anything from an infected tooth to kidney disease, liver disease, gum disease and more. Don't mask the problem as some are dangerously suggesting - go to your vet and find out WHY! Do you really want your cat to have minty fresh breath while slowly dying of a disease???? Shame on you, people!
2007-12-09 23:50:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bad breath is a sign of neglected teeth.
Brush her teeth. Really. You can either get an expensive pet tooth brush at a pet store, or you can get a kid's tooth brush for cheap at a drugstore.
Toothpaste is not needed, but you can get pet toothpaste at a vet or pet store.
You may need someone to hold the cat for you, but use the brush daily to massage the cat's gums and prolong the life of your cat's teeth.
2007-12-09 23:36:04 · answer #4 · answered by thezaylady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Greenies, treats for cats or cat breath mints. Also you can try brushing her teeth with a finger toothbrush.
2007-12-09 23:25:31 · answer #5 · answered by LoVeAPBT 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just let her be. She's a cat. What do you expect?
2007-12-13 20:37:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well in petsmart or petsco they probably have something
cuz i have seen dog breathmints,
i bet they've got cat ones too!
2007-12-09 23:48:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, you could try brushing her teeth, but here are some more practical ways...
http://www.catguys.com/mints.html
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2755190&cp=2767033.2783894&sr=1
http://www.cattoys.com/meowmints.html
2007-12-09 23:37:46 · answer #8 · answered by I Think the Planet Needs a Hug 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would go to Petco or Petsmart if I were you. They can help with that.
2007-12-09 23:04:38 · answer #9 · answered by kisykiss40 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Tic-tacs, haha.
2007-12-09 23:03:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋