Caring for Your Bassett Hounds Teeth
If only you had taken the time to take care of your Bassett Hounds teeth you wouldn’t be dealing with these problems… of course hindsight is always “20/20” as they say. You probably didn’t know that oral disease is the number one health problem in dogs of all breeds and that makes adequate dental care all the more important.
February was officially designated National Pet Dental Health Month by the
Suggestion number one: First we have to admit that we have to deal with this problem. I know a lot of pet owners that don’t even consider dental care for the animals as important. Similar to the human animal, our dog’s teeth need attention to avoid plaque, tartar, cavities and worse.
Suggestion number two: It is hard to avoid the human analogy so I won’t. Just like human nutrition affects all aspects of oral health so we need to be very attentive to what our Bassett Hounds eat. This is not only true of the quality of the food as you would expect in helping to build strong healthy teeth but because the abrasive nature of kibble (dry food) their food can in essence scrub the teeth while it is eaten. In terms of quality you would probably be surprised at the sources, contents and processes that many commercial dog food manufacturers use to make Fido’s food. (subject for another post)
Suggestion number three: Know the two telling signs that your pet needs to visit their canine dentist. One is having especially strong breath and the other is excessive tartar build up. Brushing is the place to start but it is often not enough. Monitor your dog’s teeth and mouth for signs of health problems that need care.
Suggestion number four: Go to the vet for oral care at minimum once a year starting when your dog turns 5. Usually by this age there will be signs that care is needed and it will offer you and your dentist a chance to fix the problems before they become serious.
Suggestion number five: Do a monthly check of your dogs mouth paying special attention to their teeth, breath and abnormalities in their mouth. If you see or smell anything unusual, it is time for a visit to your canine health provider.
Talk to your vet as Veterinary Dentistry is becoming more common and sophisticated. He may have even better suggestions for keeping that floppy eared friend of yours healthy with better dental care. At the very least follow these basic tips for your Bassett Hounds and you will be well on your way to a happier canine companion.
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A great article about dental care for Bassett Hounds and all other dogs. Really sound advice.