How to deal with bad breath in kittens

Bad breath in kittens requires finding the cause first, and then treating it accordingly. First, if the bad breath is caused by poor gastrointestinal function in the kitten, you should first solve the gastrointestinal problem. You can add some probiotics to the kitten's food to regulate its intestinal tract. Secondly, if the bad breath is caused by dental plaque or tartar, you can brush the kitten's teeth daily or feed dental cleaning powder to remove dental plaque and tartar, thus achieving the purpose of eliminating bad breath. Lastly, if the bad breath is caused by oral ulcers, vitamin B supplementation is necessary to improve the resistance of the oral mucosa.

Add probiotics to the food

If a kitten's gastrointestinal function is weak, the food passing through the gastrointestinal tract will produce unpleasant gases that exit through the mouth, resulting in bad breath. In this case, the owner can choose to feed the kitten some probiotics to regulate the gastrointestinal tract and improve the gastrointestinal function. Once the gastrointestinal problem is solved, the kitten will no longer have bad breath.

Brush the kitten's teeth regularly

If a kitten eats meat for a long time without regularly brushing its teeth, it will eventually form dental plaque or tartar over time. This can not only cause bad breath but also lead to gum disease, mouth inflammation, and drooling in the kitten. For this situation, you can feed the kitten cat food and try to avoid excessive meat consumption. Regularly brush the kitten's teeth to clean them, or use dental cleaning powder, mouthwash, or dental gel to reduce the growth of bacteria in the mouth.

If the tartar is severe, the kitten may need to visit a pet hospital for an ultrasound cleaning treatment. Properly care for the oral hygiene laterally to prevent tooth loosening, gum bleeding, and root abscess.

Supplement vitamin B

Bad breath can also be a symptom of vitamin B deficiency in kittens.尤其是 vitamin B deficiency can cause oral ulcers, which not only causes drooling but also makes the kitten unwilling to eat due to pain. For this situation, it is recommended to supplement an appropriate amount of veterinary-specific vitamin B to enhance the resistance of the oral mucosa.