How To Cure Your Border Collie’s Bad Breath Problem
Phewww! That horrible breath of your dog is a big turn off for not only you, but also for your friends, guests and new people he meets. I still remember my Border Collie (Dina) had stinky breath problem and whenever we used to go to the park, my friends would always tell me how horrible her breath is. That was some serious embarrassment! Anyway, it’s a common problem and almost every dog develops bad breath at some point of his/her life. It’s not a big deal, because it can be easily cured by following instructions that are easy and effective.
Just like any other breed, Border Collies also have bad breath problem and the root cause of it could be related to several health issues. As a Border Collies enters into their adulthood they may develop bad breath problem because of unhealthy food, gum disease, buildup of excessive tartar and plaque around their teeth and gums, lack of physical activities and exercise. We cannot blame the dog for this problem because it’s their owner’s responsibility to take care of their dog’s health, hygiene and basic grooming needs like brushing their teeth at least 3 times a week.
Causes of Bad Breath In Border Collie Dogs:
- Unhealthy food and eating habit
- Lack of daily water consumption
- Depression and anxiety
- Digestion problems related to intestine
- Lack of physical and mental stimulation
- Poor hygiene standards (No Teeth Brushing)
- Gum disease
- Tartar accumulation on teeth and tongue
Cure, Tips & Treatments
Brushing your dog’s teeth at least 3 times a week is a must. It keeps your dog’s teeth clean and also helps in preventing gum diseases. There are breed specific tooth brushes and pastes available that you can buy from local pet stores.
Pet stores are filled with unhealthy dog foods, which can be a cause of bad breath. To fix that issue, you can give your dog home-cooked healthy food, but make sure it has all the essential nutrients required to raise a healthy and happy dog.
If you notice your dog is not drinking adequate amount of water every day, then that could be reason why he has bad breath. They generally stop drinking water when they are not doing any physical exercise. Therefore, you should make him play, run and exercise to make him drink water. Drinking adequate amount of water keeps their digestive system healthy which is important to cure your dog’s bad breath problem.
If you notice your Border Collie’s gums are bleeding, take him to the vet immediately and have him diagnosed. Timely treatment is very important if your dog has gum disease.
Depression can be a cause of bad breath in humans, and just like that it can happen to your dog as well. Therefore if you feel your dog isn’t active as he was always and don’t interact with you anymore, he could be suffering with depression and anxiety. The best way to fix this problem is to play with him, talk to him and take him for a walk at least two times a day. Let him socialize with people, other dogs and keep his mind stimulated, so that he won’t sit alone and feel bored.
