Dogs that suffer from poor breath are usually due to feeding them the wrong diet (dry food with no meaty bones). Fresh crunchy foods such as carrots, cucumber slices and celery sticks help boost saliva production which in turn helps wash away bacteria that leads to bad breath.
Fresh food contains many natural vitamins and minerals that promote optimal oral hygiene for your dog. Include fresh produce as part of his food or treat regimen to promote overall good health in his mouth.
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Apples & Carrots
Your pet likely has some smelly breath due to chewing toys and socializing with other dogs and humans. Bad dog breath results from plaque, bacteria and their metabolic byproducts building up on their tongues.
Fresh-smelling breath starts with good oral health, and brushing can be one of the best ways to ensure this. However, some dogs just don’t like getting their chompers brushed; in such instances it might be worth giving your pup a dental stick that can scrape away tartar with no risk of injury.
As dehydration is linked with stinky breath, be sure your pup stays well-hydrated by offering lots of fresh water or purchasing chew sticks with mouth-freshening chlorophyll; such chews may even help fight gum disease and tooth decay!
Parsley
Parsley can be used as a natural breath freshener and natural deodorizer, as it contains plenty of chlorophyll which naturally deodorizes. Furthermore, parsley provides essential vitamins and minerals. Plus it can help prevent plaque buildup and gum disease – two main causes of bad doggie breath! To use parsley effectively it should be sprinkled onto dry food, mixed into wet food or given in chewable treats form; just be careful that only curly-leafed varieties are used as the flat leaf variety can be toxic at high doses!
Parsley can also be added to homemade bone broth to freshen their breath after meals, or herbal treats containing parsley and mint are very effective at eliminating bad doggie breath. Just be careful that pregnant dogs do not get exposed to parsley as this could potentially cause contractions; additionally it could be harmful for pets with kidney problems.
Mint
Some dogs can have very bad-smelling breath, often caused by unsupervised behavior. They may chew up their own or other dogs’ poop or decomposed human waste (coprophagia), leading to bacteria formation that produces unpleasant odors.
Oral health is of critical importance to the overall wellbeing of your dog. A diet rich in raw meats and fresh veggies like carrots, kale and apples along with daily brushing sessions and visits to their veterinarian are necessary in maintaining good oral hygiene for your canine companion and keeping their breath smelling sweet!
Be sure that your pet is getting plenty of fresh water – approximately an ounce for each pound of bodyweight per day – to prevent dry mouth, which is one major source of bad breath.
Coconut Oil
Bad breath can be one of the telltale signs that your pet needs medical help, so it is crucial that you notify your vet as soon as you notice any symptoms. Halitosis could indicate gum or tooth disease or diet-related issues affecting his microflora balance – two things you want to address immediately with your vet.
Fresh foods such as crunchy carrots, apples and parsley are great ways to stimulate saliva production and rid teeth of any bacteria that cause plaque build-up. A small dose of apple cider vinegar added to your dog’s water can also kill off bacteria that lead to bad breath.
Sea algae are natural abrasive cleaners that help combat tartar build-up by scraping it away, so give your pup a seaweed chew stick or sprinkle some on their food at night – the minty flavor will also freshen their breath!
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) contains acetic acid, known to combat bad breath bacteria. One teaspoon can be added to your pup’s water bowl or food.
Other kitchen herbs like parsley, mint and pudina are an effective way to freshen a dog’s breath. Packed full of chlorophyll that neutralizes odors, these greens can either be chopped up and sprinkled over meals or made into tea for your canine friend.
Coconut oil is another natural breath freshener that promotes oral health and aids digestion, ideal for adding to dog’s food or their drinking water.
