{"id":4209,"date":"2022-05-10T14:14:35","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T14:14:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/"},"modified":"2022-05-11T11:33:58","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T11:33:58","slug":"what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/","title":{"rendered":"What can you do about a dog\u2019s bad breath?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#What_can_you_do_about_a_dogs_bad_breath\" title=\"What can you do about a dog\u2019s bad breath?\">What can you do about a dog\u2019s bad breath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_bad_breath_at_home\" title=\"What can I give my dog for bad breath at home?\">What can I give my dog for bad breath at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_bad_breath\" title=\"How can I get rid of my dogs bad breath?\">How can I get rid of my dogs bad breath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#How_can_I_freshen_my_dogs_breath_without_brushing\" title=\"How can I freshen my dogs breath without brushing?\">How can I freshen my dogs breath without brushing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#What_is_the_best_dog_treat_for_bad_breath\" title=\"What is the best dog treat for bad breath?\">What is the best dog treat for bad breath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Does_coconut_oil_help_dog_breath\" title=\"Does coconut oil help dog breath?\">Does coconut oil help dog breath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Why_does_my_dogs_breath_smell_fishy\" title=\"Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell fishy?\">Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell fishy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Why_does_my_dogs_breath_smell_like_a_dead_animal\" title=\"Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell like a dead animal?\">Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell like a dead animal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Why_is_my_dogs_breath_so_bad_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog\u2019s breath so bad all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog\u2019s breath so bad all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Can_Stomach_problems_cause_bad_breath_in_dogs\" title=\"Can Stomach problems cause bad breath in dogs?\">Can Stomach problems cause bad breath in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Why_does_my_breath_smell_like_poop\" title=\"Why does my breath smell like poop?\">Why does my breath smell like poop?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Is_apple_cider_vinegar_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"Is apple cider vinegar safe for dogs?\">Is apple cider vinegar safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#What_makes_a_dog_stink\" title=\"What makes a dog stink?\">What makes a dog stink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Do_Greenies_help_with_bad_dog_breath\" title=\"Do Greenies help with bad dog breath?\">Do Greenies help with bad dog breath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath\/#Are_Greenies_still_bad_for_dogs\" title=\"Are Greenies still bad for dogs?\">Are Greenies still bad for dogs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_do_about_a_dogs_bad_breath\"><\/span>What can you do about a dog\u2019s bad breath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">The simplest way to prevent bad dog breath is to brush your dog\u2019s teeth on a regular basis. Teeth brushing reduces plaque and promotes better oral hygiene, much as it does in humans, and with a little training, most dogs learn to enjoy having their teeth brushed.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-i-give-my-dog-for-bad-breath-at\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_bad_breath_at_home\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for bad breath at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adding roughly half a teaspoon of raw organic apple cider vinegar to your dog\u2019s water bowl can help freshen up breath. Supplementing your pup\u2019s regular diet with a probiotic formulated specifically for dogs can help balance healthy oral bacteria and keep breath smelling fresh.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-get-rid-of-my-dogs-bad-breath\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_rid_of_my_dogs_bad_breath\"><\/span>How can I get rid of my dogs bad breath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_118206\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-118206\" style=\"width: 725px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-118206\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-get-rid-of-my-dogs-bad-breath.jpg\" alt=\"How can I get rid of my dogs bad breath?\" width=\"725\" height=\"482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-get-rid-of-my-dogs-bad-breath.jpg 725w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-get-rid-of-my-dogs-bad-breath-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 725px) 100vw, 725px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-118206\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dog owner brushing an Australian Shepherd puppys teeth. Educational showing the proper method of handeling the puppy. (Dog owner brushing an Australian Shepherd puppys teeth. Educational showing the proper method of handeling the puppy., ASCII, 118 co<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Here are 10 tips to bust that bad breath in dogs:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Brush teeth correctly. The Veterinary Oral Health Council recommends certain products for a thorough teeth cleaning.<\/li>\n<li>Chew and chomp.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the vet.<\/li>\n<li>Yapping for yogurt.<\/li>\n<li>Buy special teeth treats.<\/li>\n<li>Relish some rawhide.<\/li>\n<li>Pass the parsley.<\/li>\n<li>Use water additives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-freshen-my-dogs-breath-without\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_freshen_my_dogs_breath_without_brushing\"><\/span>How can I freshen my dogs breath without brushing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Chewing Method<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Hard bones. Bones can help chip off tartar and get beneath the gums to clean out the gum line.<\/li>\n<li>Bully sticks. Tendons or bully sticks are large, firm pieces your dog can spend some time chewing.<\/li>\n<li>Dental treats. Visit your favorite pet store for dental treats.<\/li>\n<li>Hard foods.<\/li>\n<li>Fresh foods.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nRSj7f500jo\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-dog-treat-for-bad-breath\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_dog_treat_for_bad_breath\"><\/span>What is the best dog treat for bad breath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>6 Best Dog Treats for Bad Breath<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>#1: Milk Bone Brushing Chews. Tastes like a treat, but cleans like a toothbrush!<\/li>\n<li>#2: Whimzees. Your dog will go nuts for these teeth cleaning treats.<\/li>\n<li>#3: Greenies Dental Dog Treats.<\/li>\n<li>#4: Pedigree Dentastix.<\/li>\n<li>#5: Merrick Brush Bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"does-coconut-oil-help-dog-breath\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_coconut_oil_help_dog_breath\"><\/span>Does coconut oil help dog breath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Coconut oil helps boost the digestive and immune systems, improves metabolic functions, reduces bad breath, and improves the appearance of your dog\u2019s skin and coat \u2013 just to name a few. Add coconut oil to your dog\u2019s food or use it to brush your dog\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-s-breath-smell-fishy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_breath_smell_fishy\"><\/span>Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell fishy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs need regular teeth brushing too. The inside of a dog\u2019s mouth is teeming with bacteria. When plaque buildup turns into tartar an overabundance of bacteria can lead to bad breath. Kidney and liver failure can cause bad breath with a fishy smell.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-s-breath-smell-like-a-dead\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_breath_smell_like_a_dead_animal\"><\/span>Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell like a dead animal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-118207\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Why-does-my-dogs-breath-smell-like-a-dead-animal.webp\" alt=\"Why does my dog\u2019s breath smell like a dead animal?\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Why-does-my-dogs-breath-smell-like-a-dead-animal.webp 680w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Why-does-my-dogs-breath-smell-like-a-dead-animal-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Liver disease can cause the breath to smell musty or like a dead animal. This is because the liver is no longer able to properly filter out toxins so stinky sulfur compounds, such as thiols, are released into the lungs.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vmd-387maPg\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-s-breath-so-bad-all-of-a-sudden\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_breath_so_bad_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog\u2019s breath so bad all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common causes of bad breath in dogs are bad oral hygiene and periodontal disease. Just like in humans, the build-up of plaque and tartar can lead to the development of the bacteria that cause bad breath.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-stomach-problems-cause-bad-breath-in\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Stomach_problems_cause_bad_breath_in_dogs\"><\/span>Can Stomach problems cause bad breath in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A gastrointestinal disease that affects your dog\u2019s esophagus, stomach, intestines or other parts of the GI tract can yield foul-smelling breath.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-breath-smell-like-poop\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_breath_smell_like_poop\"><\/span>Why does my breath smell like poop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sinus and respiratory infections can cause your breath to smell like feces. These can be caused by bronchitis, viral colds, strep throat, and more. When bacteria move from your nose into your throat, it can cause your breath to have an incredibly unpleasant odor.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_apple_cider_vinegar_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is apple cider vinegar safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-118208\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Is apple cider vinegar safe for dogs?\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-apple-cider-vinegar-safe-for-dogs-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Never give apple cider vinegar undiluted to your dog since it is acidic. Also, never use apple cider vinegar on open wounds, cuts, or sores because it burns. Using apple cider vinegar too frequently may also lead to dry skin and irritation in some dogs.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KpcAH-oOL94\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-makes-a-dog-stink\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_a_dog_stink\"><\/span>What makes a dog stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allergies, hormonal imbalances, fungus, parasites and localized inflammation can lead to an overgrowth of yeast or bacteria on the skin and cause an unpleasant smell. Your dog\u2019s discomfort will lead to excessive scratching and licking which can cause a secondary bacterial infection.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-greenies-help-with-bad-dog-breath\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Greenies_help_with_bad_dog_breath\"><\/span>Do Greenies help with bad dog breath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This plaque must be removed daily or it will begin to form tartar, which will irritate the gums and cause bad breath.\u00a0 Regular professional oral care and one GREENIES\u00ae Dental Chew a day can help keep your dog\u2019s teeth clean and breath fresh for years to come.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">Do greenies really help dog\u2019s breath?<\/span><\/div>\n<p>Current GREENIES\u2122 product formulations have been proven to reduce plaque and tartar buildup better than ever. Additionally, GREENIES\u2122 are proven to freshen breath and maintain healthier gums.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-greenies-still-bad-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greenies_still_bad_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Greenies still bad for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog gobbles its treats or bites with such force that it can break a Greenie in half, be careful about any chew treats. If it gnaws on a treat for a long time, Greenies are probably as safe as any other.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What can you do about a dog\u2019s bad breath?What can I give my dog for bad breath at home?How can I get rid of my dogs bad breath?How can I freshen my dogs breath without brushing?What is the best dog treat for bad breath?Does coconut oil help dog breath?Why does my dog\u2019s&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":118205,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-can-you-do-about-a-dogs-bad-breath.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4209"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4209"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4209\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":118209,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4209\/revisions\/118209"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/118205"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4209"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4209"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4209"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}