Dog
Dental Care Information
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Condition
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Symptoms
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Cure
/ Prevention
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Calculus
and plaque can cause gum disease and bone infection
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Bad
breath
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Antiplaque
liquid or gel like Chlorhexidine can be used in addition
to regular brushing using non-foaming enzymatic toothpaste
and a soft bristle toothbrush or finger brush made specifically
for dogs can be used.
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Cavities
lead to abscessed tooth
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Swelling
just below the eye
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Same
as above
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Pyorrhea
leads to gum disease, mouth odors, receding gums and
bone destruction and Kidney infection
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Inflamed
and infected gums
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Same
as above
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Recommended
Book
Miller, Harry. The Common Sense Book of Puppy and Dog Care.
Bantam Books, Third Edition (revised) (1987). ISBN: 0-553-27789-8
(paperback).
Excellent insight into symptoms. A guide to find out the overall
health condition of the dog. Most major sickness are discussed
in detail. A must for a dog owner
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