Canine Dentition - How To Care For Your Dog's Teeth
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Dog Agility Equipment - New Mini Contacts And Mini Jumps
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Agility Fun On A Rainy Day
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There are five factors to consider before you and your dog decide which agility direction you want to focus on. First, there is fun with your dog at home . Second, there is competiton where many people have that "gotta win" inside their bodies (and I'm one of them!). Third, you will need to find out if you and your dog just want to have some fun and exercise at a club for a social and competitive outing.
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Have you ever thought of purchasing a quality bed for your dog? Dogs also enjoy the comfort of a quality bed, just like we do. A dog bed provides warmth, support and a sense of security to your dog. Providing a bed for your dog certainly means more to them than we would think. When shopping for other items for your dog such as a leash, food, collar or a bowl, a quality dog bed must be at the top of your list.
Working Dog Breeds: The Top Ten Dogs In This Group
The Working Dog group includes most of the guard dog breeds such as the Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher as well as the northern sled dogs such as the Alaskan Malamute and the Siberian Husky. Most of these dogs need lots of exercise and a fair amount of living space. Many of these dogs have thick double coats and can be heavy shedders.
Hound Dog Breeds:The Top Ten Dogs In This Group
The Hound Group includes dog breeds with a wonderful sense of smell and/or great athleticism. These breeds were developed to follow game either by sight or by smell. Sighthounds include the fast and streamlined Afghans, Greyhounds and Salukis. Sighthounds need lots of exercise but some breeds like the Borzoi, the Greyhound, the Irish Wolfhound and the Saluki can adapt to being left alone during the day if they get lots of exercise before and after work.
Dental problems can develop from puppyhood and it is your responsibility to help him maintain a proper dental regime. This will help your dog retain his teeth as he advances into old age. Regular dental check-ups are crucial for your dog's health.
As your puppy matures, the 28 deciduous teeth which erupt at around three to four weeks might not make way for the usual 42 permanent teeth which come through when your dog is about six to eight months old. Impacted teeth can cause pain to your dog. Overcrowding of the dog's gums make eating very difficult and your vet may need to extract the retained deciduous teeth under anaesthesic.
Tartar is another common problem to be on the look out for. Your dog is likely to start developing tartar on his teeth from the age of two or earlier. Tartar reacts with the saliva and forms plaque which adheres to the teeth and slowly pushes the gums back to expose more of the teeth. Unless this is dealt with, he is likely to develop gingivitis, which is the first stage of gum disease and symptoms include redness along the gumline. Gingivitis causes gums to bleed when your dog is eating as pressure is applied to the gums. Your vet will remove the plaque, otherwise the condition will worsen. With plaque left untreated, erosion of the jawbone could occur, resulting in loss of teeth over time. Your dog will also have halitosis, or bad breath, a sure sign that he needs mouth and dental care.
There are two ways of dealing with the plaque on his teeth: treatment and prevention. Your vet can give him a tooth cleaning procedure while your dog is under an anaesthetic, or you can help prevent the build up of plaque by getting your dog accustomed to having his teeth brushed regularly at home. Your vet will advise you on the most suitable brush and paste. You can opt to use a finger brush which gives more control when cleaning your dog's teeth. If you can get your dog used to you exploring his mouth from a very early age, you will have a much better chance of keeping his teeth clean and healthy for as long as possible. Your vet may also suggest dental biscuits as occasional treats which will have a slight abrasive action and help to keep the teeth clean.
One common problem is developing cracks or fractures in the teeth, a result of biting on very hard objects. This causes your dog a great deal of pain as the nerves are exposed. In addition, cracks will provide a direct route for infection which can lead to an abscess. Serious infections can contaminate the bloodstream and this can result in conditions such as heart or kidney disease in your dog.
Abscesses and ulcers can also be caused by misaligned dentition or a chipped or worn tooth rubbing against the soft flesh inside the mouth. Jaw and tooth misalignments are most commonly seen in overbred dogs, but occasionally appear in young dogs which have been pulling hard on sticks or other toys in play. Regular visits to your vet will ensure that such problems are checked and cause your dog as little discomfort as possible.
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Moses Wright is the webmaster of DogCustomer.com. He provides more information on Dog Health, Dog Health Care and Dog Veterinary Diseases that you can learn in the comfort of your home. You are welcome to reprint this article if you keep the content and live link intact.
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