by Ponderosa Pups
February
is Pet Dental Month so I thought I would share some tips and links with
you on the subject of Dachshund Dental Hygene. I have often said that so much emphasis
is
put on
the Dachshund's back trouble that we tend to overlook their teeth
trouble. Dachshunds,
as is with any dog, tend to have dental
needs
just like you and I. This is something that your vet should
keep
an
eye on when you go in for annual check ups, but their are also some
important steps you can take to prevent the trouble right at home.
Importance of Dental
Health and your Dachshund
Whether
you're talking about humans or dogs, if left uncleaned and unchecked
bacteria and plaque deposits build up on their teeth causing cavaties
and gum diseases like gingivitis. As gum disease progresses, teeth
eventually become loose and may fall out. Causing pain and
discomfort. There are signs you might notice with your pet if he has
dental problems. Bad breath
and reddening of the gums may be the first outward sign of a problem.
You may also notice that your pet is not enjoying his food, disinclined
to eat, dribbling, pawing at the mouth, or just generally unhappy.
There
are some wonderful things that you can start doing for you Dachshund
now that will help when they begin to age. I would say that
dry,crunchy, good quality dog food is the number one thing that will
keep Fido's teeth and gums healthy and strong! Chew toys and
rawhides are AWESOME for keeping teeth and gums clean, too.
There
are even toys in the pet section at Wal-Mart that are pet dental hygene
and my dogs really enjoyed them.
Great Products for Dachshund Dental Hygene
If
you haven't tried them yet.. Greenies are famous for their dental
chews. As a matter of fact, you can click below to go to
their
site and request a free sample. We even signed up for their
newsletter.
Greenies Dental Chews
Another
great option for keeping your dogs teeth healthy would be to brush them
at home on a regular basis. My vet sells tooth brush kits,
but
you can also find them at Revival. As a matter of fact, they have a
whole section for Dental Products for your pet.
Revival Animal Health-Dental Products
No
matter what, keep in mind that healthy mouths are a very important part
of having a long lived healthy pet! I hope you enjoyed this article and
remember.. if you have any questions or would like to learn more about
the Miniature Dachshund please browse our site! I'm sure
you'll
find some adorable Doxie
Puppies here too!
Other sources of information about Pet Dental Hygene.
AKC Dental Health Info
How to brush a Dogs Teeth
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