John Huff, DVM, FAVD, Dipl. AVDC, shares his perspectives on dog tooth infections, what causes them and things for owners to watch for. He names chewing on objects that are too hard for your dog’s teeth, which could be common dog-chew items like tennis balls, deer antlers, pig’s ears and rawhide as common culprits that can cause teeth to break and become susceptible to infections.
Source: Dogster, December 7, 2020. Link.
Subtle signs of a dog tooth infection include not wanting to eat dry food or hard treats, dropping pieces of food out of the mouth while eating, not chewing on a favorite toy, bad breath, not wanting the face or mouth touched or scratching the face or rubbing it on the floor.- John Huff DVM, FAVD, Dipl. AVDC
INSIGHTS: This is a timely article considering pets receive gifts during the holidays. Share it on social media and in newsletters to reinforce the need for oral care at home and dental considerations with behavior changes.