Your dog’s breath smells like death. You know it, your guests know it, and somehow the dog doesn’t care at all. Here’s how to fix it.
1. Brush Their Teeth
Yeah, it’s the obvious answer. But food gets stuck under their gums and on their teeth just like it does for you, and plaque builds up the same way. Brush right before bed after they’re done eating for the day. Once daily works, twice is better.
Get actual dog toothpaste and a dog toothbrush from the pet store. Don’t use your toothpaste – it’s not safe for dogs and they’ll hate the taste.
2. Switch to Dry Food
Wet food sticks to everything in their mouth and sits there rotting. Dry food doesn’t have that problem.
If your dog refuses to eat the dry food, return it and try a different brand. Don’t give in and mix wet food back in or you’re back where you started.
3. Take Them to the Vet
If brushing and food changes don’t fix it, something else is going on. Could be gum disease, could be a tooth infection, could be something worse. A vet can actually diagnose the problem instead of you guessing.
Dog breath treats and bones exist, and they help a bit. But they’re a supplement, not a replacement for brushing.