Julia Szabo is a frequent contributor of content to Dogster. Bad dog breath is a sign of an unhealthy mouth, she states and offers eight home remedies for it. We’re sharing her list and explanations for consideration by animal health pros when discussing dog halitosis with pet owners. Because this list includes some spices, we added spices and neem oil references.
Source: Dogster, January 16, 2018. Link.
Eight home remedies from Julia Szabo:
- Prevent bad dog breath by brushing your dog’s teeth regularly
- Dental chews help keep stinky dog breath at bay; look for chlorophyll, cinnamon, clove
- Speaking of chlorophyll, wheatgrass is another good home remedy for a dog’s bad breath
- Dogs can also drink their bad breath away
- Probiotics are another line of defense against bad dog breath
- Coconut oil is one of those pantry items that can help a dog with bad breath
- Neem2 is another good home remedy for dog bad breath
- Cinnamon1 is another common household item that will freshen up dog breath
1Also see: 5 Safe and 5 Dangerous Spices for Dogs, Rover.com. Link.
2Also see: Neem Oil for Pets: Is It Safe?, Pet MD. Link. Another reason to consult with your pet’s vet, and a reminder that natural is not necessarily synonymous with safety, is that “neem oil can interact with insulin, some oral diabetic medications agents, and thyroid hormone supplementation medication,” McFaddin says.
INSIGHTS: The good news is that Szabo’s first two remedies directly support our industry’s dental messages and the need for quality dental chews. Success with home care is about frequent reminders and great products that are easy to use. Consider home dental care products from AHD Sponsors Addison Biological Laboratory and Ceva Animal Health.