Diabetes
You might have heard of a sweet fruity odor from humans when diagnosed with diabetes. The same goes for the dog but in the form of bad breath. Diabetes can occur when the sugar intake is higher and their cells do not produce enough insulin. Apart from the breath, look out for other diabetes-related symptoms such as frequent urination, thirsty all day, weight loss, and slurry tongue.
Solution: If your dog has diabetes, the first thing to do is go to the vet and get some blood tests run to denote the blood sugar levels and confirm the diagnosis. Follow the medications given by the vet and do not include sugary treats in his diet. Also, adequate physical activity such as walks for around 30 minutes will help his condition.
Hepatic Damage
Suppose foul breath joins fatigue, yellowing of the gums and teeth, and vomiting with lack of appetite. In that case, it can be conditions associated with the liver, such as liver jaundice. You may even check the urine color if it is normal, which is pale light yellow, or a sign of jaundice which could be bright dark yellow.
Solution: Again, just like diabetes, hepatic damage requires medical attention so that renal tests can confirm the diagnosis. Take the dog for regular check-ups and monitor the liver function with medications and routine tests. The diet you feed him should be fat-free and do not include human teats like chocolates and sweets because they cause organ damage.
Renal Damage
If your dog’s breath smells like urine, then it is an indicator of kidney damage. Frequently monitor your dog’s urine output if there’s any difficulty in urination because kidney damage is a chronic condition.
Solution: Renal damage can be a fatal condition and also requires instant medical attention. You must follow all the protocols prescribed by the doctor.
Unbalanced Lifestyle
If your dog eats all day and does not drink adequate water, dehydration can lead to a dry mouth accompanied by a foul smell. One main reason why your dogs don’t get thirsty can be due to inadequate physical activity.
Solution: Increase in playtime and exercise can make him thirsty, and he will drink water more frequently, keeping his oral cavity well hydrated.
The bottom line!
Though bad breath can be a sign of fatal co-morbidities in most cases, it results from a poor lifestyle. Just as you need a balanced diet, accompanied by plenty of exercises and adequate sleep, your dog, too, needs to follow this routine. Please do not give your dog salty, sugary treats, which can be alarming in the longer run. Go for natural products which are tested and proven to be safe. Moreover, a well-balanced diet with proper oral hygiene will take care of bad breath.
