Persistent, foul-smelling breath can be an early indicator of dental issues in pets.
If your pet shows reluctance to eat, chews on one side of the mouth, drops food, or paws at their mouth while eating, it could be due to dental pain.
Look for red, swollen, or bleeding gums. Healthy gums should be pink, not inflamed.
Yellow or brown buildup on your pet's teeth, especially near the gum line, is a clear sign of dental disease.
Loose teeth or missing teeth, without a known cause like trauma, may indicate advanced dental problems.
Increased salivation can be a response to oral discomfort, so watch for unexplained drooling.
Where the gum tissue pulls away from the teeth, exposing the tooth roots.
