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10-04-2009, 03:01 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Minnesota
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| Bad Breath Is it common that Yorkies have bad breath? |
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10-04-2009, 03:05 PM | #2 |
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| I don't know how common it is but Jackson is almost a year old and does not have bad breath. Yorkies are prone to tooth decay and problems though so I know it's important to take care of their teeth. How old is your puppy? Bad breath can be caused by a few things... he may have retained baby teeth stinking up his mouth that need to be removed. Diet is another; a good kibble will help keep teeth clean as well as brushing.
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10-04-2009, 03:11 PM | #3 |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | I'm not sure if it's common, but it can be prevented. Don't try to mask the problem, but get to the root of it. On an older dog, it can be a sign of tartar buildup and inflamed gum pockets, you need to have a cleaning and do more daily to prevent tartar. I believe that tooth brushing as well as chewing sticks and Petzlife tooth gel all help. On a dog under 1 year old tartar isn't the problem, it's more likely loose teeth and that bloody/bacteria smell from food getting into tooth pockets. Also, some younger dogs get a double row of teeth because Yorkies don't lose all their baby teeth on their own, and food can build up between the rows and cause a foul smell. This is best addressed by having extra teeth pulled when spayed or neutered. Occasionally, a bad smell is produced because food isn't being digested property, but usually it's the teeth that need attention.
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