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Eliminating your Dogs Bad Breath

...  Bad breath, or halitosis, is a common problem in companion dogs. The offensive odor may originate in your dog’s mouth or may come from his lungs or digestive tract. Whatever the cause, dogs bad breath is certain to make life unpleasant for everyone around your pet. In most cases, the problem is easily remedied once you discover and treat the underlying cause of the unpleasant odor. Finding the Cause of a Dogs Bad Breath:  Mild bad breath is likely a result of trapped and decaying food and may go away with better routine dental care. Significant bad breath¾the type that causes you to turn your head away and gag when your pet offers a kiss¾requires veterinary attention. After a thorough medical history and physical examination, your veterinarian may consider a number of possible causes for your dog’s bad breath. An oral examination and dental X-rays, which may need to be performed under ...