ORAL HEALTH
My dog has bad breath and/or teeth problems, what should I do?
Animal Nutritionist, Nutrience
If your dog has bad breath or dental issues, it’s likely due to plaque and tartar buildup, which can lead to periodontal disease—a condition affecting over 80% of dogs over the age of three. Left untreated, this can result in serious health problems, including gum inflammation, tooth loss, and even infections that impact other organs. While daily brushing remains the gold standard for maintaining oral health, supporting your dog’s teeth through nutrition is a great way to ensure long-term dental wellness. Prevention is the best medicine, and Nutrience Care® Oral Health kibble is specially formulated to help protect your dog’s teeth and gums. It features Denta Crunch™ technology—an oversized kibble made with a unique blend of insoluble fibers that encourages chewing and mimics the mechanical action of brushing to help reduce plaque and tartar buildup. The formula also contains key ingredients to promote fresh breath and support overall oral hygiene, making it an excellent addition to your pet’s daily routine.
How Does Nutrience Care Oral Health Work?
Fights Plaque & Tartar: Denta Crunch™ technology is designed to help mechanically clean teeth and fight plaque & tartar and oversized kibble prolongs chewing.
Brushing Effect: Unique blend of insoluble fiber creates a “brushing” effect as your cat chews.
Freshens Breath: Helps freshen breath and controls halitosis
Common Questions and Answers from Our Animal Nutritionist
Why do so many dogs have poor dental hygiene?
Pets don’t have the ability to brush their own teeth daily. Pet parents often overlook the importance of doing it for them. Scientists believe that continuously fighting the chronic bacterial infections that accompany periodontal disease can take a serious toll on a pet’s immune system over the course of their life. Although certain breeds are more prone to dental problems, all dogs are at risk without proper oral care.
Dogs with “flat faces” are especially prone to periodontal disease. They have the same number of teeth, yet less space to fit them, leading to overcrowding and often crooked teeth, and making it easier for food particles to become trapped.
Small dogs are also more at risk as they have a lower ratio of bone to teeth in their lower jaw when compared to large breeds, therefore the deterioration of the bone in small breeds has a larger impact.
What are the symptoms of periodontal disease (gum disease)?
The early symptoms of periodontal disease are very subtle and can even go completely unnoticed which is why it is so important to make your pet’s oral health a priority. More advanced periodontitis may present symptoms such as:
– Bloody saliva
– Bleeding or swollen gums
– Bad breath
– Receding gums
– Avoiding being touched on the head
– Sneezing or nasal discharge
– Loss of teeth
How can periodontal disease be prevented?
Once plaque has started to develop, it will constantly form. While it is almost impossible to remove all plaque, providing a quality dental food and regular brushing can drastically slow its formation by physically removing bacteria and existing plaque.
My dog has plaque and tartar buildup, can I feed them Nutrience Care Oral Health?
Nutrience Care Oral Health is specifically formulated to help clean teeth during mealtime. Formulated using Denta Crunch™ technology: an oversized kibble, designed to encourage your dog to chew thoroughly, made with a unique blend of insoluble fibers that creates an abrasive, brushing effect as they chew. This mechanical action will help clean your dog’s teeth, maintain good oral health, and fight plaque and tartar build-up.
My dog has bad breath, can I feed them Nutrience Care Oral Health?
Nutrience Care Oral Health contains key ingredients to promote fresh breath, controls halitosis, and support overall oral hygiene, making it an excellent addition to your pet’s daily routine.
My dog is on a prescription diet. Can I switch them to Nutrience Care Oral Health?
We recommend consulting your veterinarian before making any changes to your dog’s prescription diet. Nutrience Care Oral Health is a scientifically formulated option, but it’s important to ensure it’s appropriate for your pet’s specific needs. Our Nutrience Customer Care team is available to provide detailed product information and technical support should your veterinarian require it.
Learn More About Oral Health Dog Food
Preventing Oral Health Problems in Dogs
Keeping your dog’s teeth clean is a crucial component of maintaining their overall health. Did you know that some form of periodontal disease is reported over 80% of dogs over the age of 3?
How Do I Brush My Dog’s Teeth?
Where prevention is concerned, brushing your dog’s teeth regularly really is the gold standard. Brushing will help ensure all teeth are cleaned. Let’s find out how to brush your dog’s teeth!
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