Cavorting Past Canine Cavities: Suzy Azalea Teaches Doggy Dental Care

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This is Suzy Azalea, breeder, trainer, and lifelong lover of dogs. One of the most common afflictions to which our frisky, furry friends are prone is gum disease. In fact, studies have proven that nearly 85% of cats and dogs over 3 years of age will show signs of either gingivitis, which is the inflammation of the gums, or periodontitis, which refers to the inflammation and infection of both the ligaments and the bone supporting the teeth, as a result of a lack of proper dental care and hygiene. This blog contains a list of steps that help maintain your pooch’s 10,000 megawatt smile.

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• Breath Test –If poor Max has unusually offensive breath and has been experiencing a loss of appetite, frequent vomiting, or excessive drinking and urinating, I, Suzy Azalea, recommend that you take him to the vet.
• Gum and Teeth Inspection – Once a week, lift your dog’s lips and check the situation out. The gums should be pink – not white or red – and should show no signs of swelling. The teeth should be clean and devoid of brownish tartar.
• Toothbrush Kit – Have your vet make a specialized brush or use a fresh piece of soft gauze wrapped around your finger to brush Maggie’s chompers. Never use human toothpaste because this irritates dogs’ stomachs. Instead, ask your vet for a good formulation for your pet, or make some yourself out of baking soda and water.
• Brushing Technique – With your brush or gauze-wrapped finger at a 45-degree angle to Sam’s teeth, clean each tooth in small, circular motions, 2 to 3 times a week. Work one area at a time, lifting the lips if needed. Use downward strokes on the sides that touch the cheek, where tartar accumulates the most.

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Suzy Azalea Warns Pet Owners: Certain Home Food Are Hazardous to Dogs!

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As an experienced dog breeder, Suzy Azalea has found that many dog owners are not completely well-informed when it comes to feeding their dogs. To begin with, it has always been not advisable to feed dogs solely table scraps because not only could they ruin their appetites, they also do not provide balanced nutrition. Dogs have a physical makeup that's different from that of a human's. Thus, they need specifically formulated food—created for their type and breed—that will provide them with the nutrients they need to stay healthy and strong.

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However, few pet owners know that some human food are not just inappropriate for dogs, some have also been proven to be hazardous and even fatal to them. According to Suzy Azalea, owners should be made aware of this even if they do not feed their dogs table scraps, so that they can make sure that these particular food and substances are kept away from their pets’ reach.

Food to keep out of reach of dogs

Alcoholic beverages can cause intoxication in dogs, even coma and death. Avocado leaves, seeds, fruit and bark contain persin and may induce vomiting and diarrhea. Meat should also be carefully checked before given to dogs as bones from fish, poultry, and other meat sources can in fact lacerate a dog’s digestive system.

Fish in general is not advisable to be fed to dogs exclusively because of thiamine content that could lead to seizures and even death in severe cases. Chocolate, coffee, and tea also contain toxins that could affect the heart and nervous systems of dogs. Even fat trimmings can cause pancreatitis. Finally, onions and garlic should be watched out for, as their sulfoxides and disulfides can cause red blood cell damage and cause anemia.

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