Teeth of the dogs need to be examined daily.
The teeth of the dog should be examined off and on. This will ensure that if any foreign element like a piece of bone is lodged between the teeth, it can be removed. Deposits of tartar on the teeth will also be visible. In the long run, this is a very serious problem, as the tartar gets lodged under the gums, resulting in the receding of gums and destruction of tooth support. On the other hand, food particles get lodged in gum cavities and decompose, causing abscesses and bad smell from the dog’s mouth. To avoid such conditions, regular weekly brushing with a child-sized toothbrush is very helpful. Even simple rubbing of the tooth surfaces with a soft cloth dipped in baking soda with water will serve the purpose. Occasionally slightly diluted hydrogen peroxide could be gently applied on the teeth and gums with a little cotton wool and then rinsed well with clean water. Rinsing should also be done after the use of baking soda.