It's normal???

my 20 months maltese dog, prefers to eat small bites but I noticed he swallow and almost doesn't chew it. It's normal that or I have to take him to the dr to check up his teeth??

It's normal???
Some dogs for whatever reason just naturally "gulp" there food, no matter how small or big it is. As for teeth, you can check your dogs teeth and if you do not notice anything wrong ~ discoloration, foul odor etc save your money and the next time you take your dog to the vet ~ have the vet check his teeth then.





Note:


Basic Dental Health;


While many of us may object to our pet's bad breath, we should pay attention to what it may be telling us. Bad breath is most commonly an indication that your dog is in need of a dental check up. Dental plaque caused by bacteria results in a foul smell that requires professional treatment. After a professional cleaning, the teeth and gums may be maintained in a healthy state by brushing the teeth regularly, feeding a specially formulated dental diet and treats, and avoiding table scraps. Your veterinarian can give you more tips on minimizing dental disease and bad breath.





You can clean your canine’s teeth with a dog toothpaste or a baking-soda-and-water paste once or twice a week. Use a child's soft toothbrush, a gauze pad or a piece of nylon pantyhose stretched over your finger.





Some dogs are prone to periodontal disease, a pocket of infection between the tooth and the gum. This painful condition can result in tooth loss and spread infection to the rest of the body. Veterinarians can clean the teeth as a regular part of your dog's health program.
Reply:normal
Reply:You don't have to take him to a vet to check his teeth. You can look at his teeth all by yourself.





Some dogs have a bad habit of gulping their food. Dogs who do this need to be fed in small bits, not large ones.
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Reply:It's completely normal, but it's good to see you care.



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