[hollywillis]

Hi all,
Darcy is now almost 18 months old, she has bad breath and the vet has pointed out that her teeth need attention, as she has a plaque build up.
I give her dental chews regularly but they don't seem to help with keeping the plaque away. Her teeth look terrible for such a young dog, and her gums are a little red too. My other 7 year old yorkie has always had great teeth, and we have never a problem.

I have bought some doggy toothpaste, which so far she doesn't even like, and I have a finger brush, I am going to start tonight with the brushing.

Has she inherited bad teeth from one of her parents maybe??

Is it common at such a young age???