I have had several cats over the years and had always had their teeth cleaned pretty much yearly - as the cost of cleaning is less than the cost of looking after a cat with an infected mouth.
Then a new Vet began to work at the clinic and she suggested that I feed my cat some special vet food designed for oral care as she was feeding it to her cats and their teeth were great. (Hills Prescription TD - but I am sure there are others) Well, I am here to say that almost 5 years later I have not had to have my cats teeth cleaned - they look wonderful and her health is great too. She is 9 and all my previous cats didn't eat this food and were having yearly anesthetic for cleanings and all died of various liver, kidney and cancer problems. She - in the 5 years I have had her had never had anesthetic and she is fit as a fiddle. I am not saying that anesthetic causes problems, I am just saying that doing it regularly may have weakened my animals health.
If your cats teeth need cleaning - please do it, then perhaps through diet you could maintain the teeth so they will need cleaning less frequently.
Do I need to brush my cat's teeth. His gums look a little red where thye connect to the teeth.?
if you can it's a good idea, regular cleaning by your vet is a must also. If gums are now red you should get an appointment with Vet asap
Reply:yes you can and should...
do not feed a lot of canned food either as this contributes to gum disease and rotting teeth - dry is much better....
Reply:Probably you should consider upon taking him to his vet.
I've Never Heard of brushing a cat's teeth, i have heard about brushing dogs' Teeth.
Reply:definitely check in with your vet about your cats gums. also, check a local pet supply store for dental care products for cats.
i know they have them for dogs (doggie tooth brushes and bones to help clean plaque)
good luck and i hope everything is o.k!
Reply:yes you do need to brush your cats teeth. cats teeth need looking after as much as human teeth. when a humans gum is red next to the tooth, then it means they have gum desease. you can find many books about cats health in libaries or you could ask your vet for more advice on how to do it and how often to do it.
Reply:If it's that bad, then you need to brush them.
But do it daily, and begin promptly.
Reply:By all means brush his teeth. Start out by rubbing his gums with a finger , gently. Then graduate to a soft cloth, then a wash cloth. You can buy doggie toothpaste at the pet store and also a soft brush. Brush softly while holding and petting him and he will actually enjoy it.
Reply:Yes, and get a dental appointment with the vet, I think he has gingivitis now.
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Monday, November 16, 2009
What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a picture of a cat
a mountain lion
a kitten
What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a dog
Reply:a dog............DUH
Reply:big cat
Reply:Acaterpillar Bulldozer.
Reply:Cat Woman, or any other species of large mammals that are related to cats!
Reply:possum?
i have absolutely no idea
Reply:lion? I am guessing! Please, let me get it
Reply:A bobcat or a lynx. They can actually mate with a domesticated cat.
Reply:A picture of the cat.
Reply:it is a dog
Reply:could be any one of a number of cat like animals Small cats purr (big cats Roar Tiger Lion Leopard and Jaguar)
The ones on this list do neither.
Snow Leopard The only other true big cat
Cheetah
Lynx
Bobcat
Ocelot
Puma (other names: catamount, cougar, mountain lion, painted cat, panther)
Clouded Leopard
THE DEFINITION OF KITTEN IS YOUNG DOMESTIC CAT, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT also a baby rabbit is refered to as a kitten
Reply:A Kitten
Reply:kitten! what else?
Reply:Duh a kitten
Reply:its a kitten
a mountain lion
a kitten
What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a dog
Reply:a dog............DUH
Reply:big cat
Reply:Acaterpillar Bulldozer.
Reply:Cat Woman, or any other species of large mammals that are related to cats!
Reply:possum?
i have absolutely no idea
Reply:lion? I am guessing! Please, let me get it
Reply:A bobcat or a lynx. They can actually mate with a domesticated cat.
Reply:A picture of the cat.
Reply:it is a dog
Reply:could be any one of a number of cat like animals Small cats purr (big cats Roar Tiger Lion Leopard and Jaguar)
The ones on this list do neither.
Snow Leopard The only other true big cat
Cheetah
Lynx
Bobcat
Ocelot
Puma (other names: catamount, cougar, mountain lion, painted cat, panther)
Clouded Leopard
THE DEFINITION OF KITTEN IS YOUNG DOMESTIC CAT, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT also a baby rabbit is refered to as a kitten
Reply:A Kitten
Reply:kitten! what else?
Reply:Duh a kitten
Reply:its a kitten
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Hi, my cat is six years old, twelve pounds and due for a teeth cleaning. I've heard stories about pets not waking up from anesthesia and I'm wondering if this is common or a freak thing that happens. Thank you!
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Well, my cat just went under anesthesia for an operation and he was fine. That is just a freak accident that happens usally when the cat is really old. Cats live along time so 6 years isn't an old cat. Just relax and your cat will be fine.
Reply:It's pretty safe. If death was common, they would not use it. Most of it relies on how good the vet is and if he knows what he is doing.
Reply:If your vet is not using the isofluorine gas for anesthesia then find a vet who does use it. It is a freak thing that can happen. I can only say that my Cameo had her teeth cleaned every year from age 15 to 22 and had no problems.
Her last cleaning was very expensive - she went in in the morning and was given fluids, had the cleaning around noon, and stayed to receive more fluids in the afternoon before she came home. While under anesthesia she was on a heart monitor and blood pressure cuff. Those were extraordinary measure because of her advanced age.
There should be no problems with a six year old cat. My 16 yr old cat just had a routine cleaning last month.
Reply:Get preoperative bloodwork. The price for it can be wildly different at each vet. Mine charged $25, I've heard quotes as high as 80 so call around. The bloodwork can determine whether or not its safe for the pet to be put under and a good vet will use it to make an informed decison as to whether the benefits of the procedure outweigh the risk.
Reply:When we clean a cats teeth, we do labwork first to determine overall health--kidney and liver function especially. They receive a complete physical exam. They receive an IV catheter and IV fluids to combat dehydration and to keep blood pressure normal. Heart, oxygen and blood pressure are monitored. They are placed on a warm pad and are given warm fluids. They are induced with propoflo (just about the safest anesthesia there is) and intubated and maintained on Isoflurane. A CVT does the monitoring and cleaning. Antibiotics are dispensed as needed, depending on degree of infection. Pain medication is given as well as dispensed if there are any extractions. After the procedure, they are monitored and placed on warming pads until fully awake and walking. Several hours later they are offered food. We send them home at the end of the day. It is rare for us to have anesthetic problems, as we do everything we can to assure a safe and healthy outcome. Individual reactions can not be predicted, but it is very uncommon at our practice. You can ask your vet what protocol they use and make an informed decision. By the way, most of the pets who need dental cleanings are rather elderly and they do great, too! :) I persnally clean my pets teeth whenever I need to, and I don't worry one bit.
Reply:For an elective procedure such as dentistry, your vet will recommend lab work prior to anesthesia. ( Just like your Dr. would require of you ).
It costs more, but it will let your Vet know about the basic health of your cat before administering anesthesia. This is important because if there is say, a liver situation going on, the Vet probably would elect to wait for the dental. (take care of the liver, then the teeth.)
I would also have fluids run during the procedure. Once again this costs more, but keeps your cat hydrated and leaves an open line for additional meds, should they be necessary.
I bet your cat will be ok, although no one can predict.
Different anesthetics are available nowadays and your Vet can pick which combinations are the best for your pet.
Reply:We use Isoflorane where I work %26amp; it is very safe.Anesthesia is always a risk, but it is a very small % of pets who have a problem.It is more likely your cat gets gingivitis or an abscessed tooth from lack of dental care.So keep your cat healthy %26amp; clean those teeth!
Reply:Anesthesia deaths were more common years ago, though they were rare even then.
With improved gas anesthesia and the modern monitoring equipment, anesthesia deaths are now very unusual. They can still happen, of course, because nothing is sure in life, but I work at a busy clinic and in the six years I have been there, we have had no anesthesia deaths and only one serious adverse reaction -- a cat whose body temperature got very low during recovery. She recovered well once we got her on a heating pad and applied hot water bottles.
Ask if the cat is going to be intubated and if a vet tech will be monitoring the cat during the procedure. The answer to both questions should be yes. If not, I would take the cat elsewhere.
Reply:As in all things, unforeseen things can happen. Vets take great precautions, and that usually starts with blood tests. That allows them to know if there are any underlying problems so they can tailor the anesthesia.
There are no guarantees, but if your cat has teeth problems, there is almost a guarantee of serious things happening if it is not attended to.
When my cat had her dental work done, not only were her teeth cleaned, a sealer was put on, and it has been very effective, even several years later. It was done under anesthesia, and she was older than your cat.
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Well, my cat just went under anesthesia for an operation and he was fine. That is just a freak accident that happens usally when the cat is really old. Cats live along time so 6 years isn't an old cat. Just relax and your cat will be fine.
Reply:It's pretty safe. If death was common, they would not use it. Most of it relies on how good the vet is and if he knows what he is doing.
Reply:If your vet is not using the isofluorine gas for anesthesia then find a vet who does use it. It is a freak thing that can happen. I can only say that my Cameo had her teeth cleaned every year from age 15 to 22 and had no problems.
Her last cleaning was very expensive - she went in in the morning and was given fluids, had the cleaning around noon, and stayed to receive more fluids in the afternoon before she came home. While under anesthesia she was on a heart monitor and blood pressure cuff. Those were extraordinary measure because of her advanced age.
There should be no problems with a six year old cat. My 16 yr old cat just had a routine cleaning last month.
Reply:Get preoperative bloodwork. The price for it can be wildly different at each vet. Mine charged $25, I've heard quotes as high as 80 so call around. The bloodwork can determine whether or not its safe for the pet to be put under and a good vet will use it to make an informed decison as to whether the benefits of the procedure outweigh the risk.
Reply:When we clean a cats teeth, we do labwork first to determine overall health--kidney and liver function especially. They receive a complete physical exam. They receive an IV catheter and IV fluids to combat dehydration and to keep blood pressure normal. Heart, oxygen and blood pressure are monitored. They are placed on a warm pad and are given warm fluids. They are induced with propoflo (just about the safest anesthesia there is) and intubated and maintained on Isoflurane. A CVT does the monitoring and cleaning. Antibiotics are dispensed as needed, depending on degree of infection. Pain medication is given as well as dispensed if there are any extractions. After the procedure, they are monitored and placed on warming pads until fully awake and walking. Several hours later they are offered food. We send them home at the end of the day. It is rare for us to have anesthetic problems, as we do everything we can to assure a safe and healthy outcome. Individual reactions can not be predicted, but it is very uncommon at our practice. You can ask your vet what protocol they use and make an informed decision. By the way, most of the pets who need dental cleanings are rather elderly and they do great, too! :) I persnally clean my pets teeth whenever I need to, and I don't worry one bit.
Reply:For an elective procedure such as dentistry, your vet will recommend lab work prior to anesthesia. ( Just like your Dr. would require of you ).
It costs more, but it will let your Vet know about the basic health of your cat before administering anesthesia. This is important because if there is say, a liver situation going on, the Vet probably would elect to wait for the dental. (take care of the liver, then the teeth.)
I would also have fluids run during the procedure. Once again this costs more, but keeps your cat hydrated and leaves an open line for additional meds, should they be necessary.
I bet your cat will be ok, although no one can predict.
Different anesthetics are available nowadays and your Vet can pick which combinations are the best for your pet.
Reply:We use Isoflorane where I work %26amp; it is very safe.Anesthesia is always a risk, but it is a very small % of pets who have a problem.It is more likely your cat gets gingivitis or an abscessed tooth from lack of dental care.So keep your cat healthy %26amp; clean those teeth!
Reply:Anesthesia deaths were more common years ago, though they were rare even then.
With improved gas anesthesia and the modern monitoring equipment, anesthesia deaths are now very unusual. They can still happen, of course, because nothing is sure in life, but I work at a busy clinic and in the six years I have been there, we have had no anesthesia deaths and only one serious adverse reaction -- a cat whose body temperature got very low during recovery. She recovered well once we got her on a heating pad and applied hot water bottles.
Ask if the cat is going to be intubated and if a vet tech will be monitoring the cat during the procedure. The answer to both questions should be yes. If not, I would take the cat elsewhere.
Reply:As in all things, unforeseen things can happen. Vets take great precautions, and that usually starts with blood tests. That allows them to know if there are any underlying problems so they can tailor the anesthesia.
There are no guarantees, but if your cat has teeth problems, there is almost a guarantee of serious things happening if it is not attended to.
When my cat had her dental work done, not only were her teeth cleaned, a sealer was put on, and it has been very effective, even several years later. It was done under anesthesia, and she was older than your cat.
When my cat smells he shows his teeth?
Hi, just wondering why when my cat smells objects he opens his mouth after doing so and shows his teeth....its funny...just wondering why?
When my cat smells he shows his teeth?
Yes!
It DOES look funny - in their mouth they have what is called the "Jacobsen's Organ" that helps them to get a better sniff of something they are smelling :)
Reply:sumtimes cats open their mouths to inhale the scent of an object
Reply:I believe it is because what ever the cat is smelling is stinky to them. No harm thou......Best of luck.
Reply:Cats have a gland in the roof of their mouth that helps them smell better.
Reply:Cats have a sensory organ in their mouths called a Jacobbsen's organ (not sure I spelled it right). It helps with their sense of smell.
He's just trying to smell whatever's in front of him. It's normal.
Humans do not have this organ, therefore if we want to smell something that does not have a strong scent, we need to get close and inhale deeply.
Reply:all cats (even lions and such) have a gland on the roof of their mouth that takes smells from the air and straight to the brain so they know just what it is they can smell. (like if the food they eat is bad, or if they smell a female ready to mate or a male wanting to fight ect...) .. they open their mouth to draw the smell into the gland. ^_^
Reply:This is common in male animals of various species. It is called the 'flehmen' response. This allows the animal to utilize a very sensitive organ (in the mouth/sinus area) called the Vomero-Nasal Organ. The animal kind of 'eats' a mouthfull of air (which has scent in it) and forces the air into this organ. The animal then gets lots of additional information from whatever he was smelling. This is usually used in connection with reproductive/ sexual scents. Oftern to try and assess the reproductive status of females in the area (or to try and find a receptive female!)
When male horses do this they curl their upper lips up towards their eyes and raise their noses to the sky and shake their heads up and down - pretty odd looking :) Male dogs will often do this when they are smelling a female dogs urine and may even lick the spot, then smack their jaws up and down to force the scent/urine molecules into the vomero-nasal organ, and may even start foaming at the mouth a little!
There is good info on the net, if you want more info -
K-
Reply:they can smell better like that..
i call it their "stinky face"--it is too cute!
Reply:well i never knew that........now i do ..lol i didnt know why my cat did that either
When my cat smells he shows his teeth?
Yes!
It DOES look funny - in their mouth they have what is called the "Jacobsen's Organ" that helps them to get a better sniff of something they are smelling :)
Reply:sumtimes cats open their mouths to inhale the scent of an object
Reply:I believe it is because what ever the cat is smelling is stinky to them. No harm thou......Best of luck.
Reply:Cats have a gland in the roof of their mouth that helps them smell better.
Reply:Cats have a sensory organ in their mouths called a Jacobbsen's organ (not sure I spelled it right). It helps with their sense of smell.
He's just trying to smell whatever's in front of him. It's normal.
Humans do not have this organ, therefore if we want to smell something that does not have a strong scent, we need to get close and inhale deeply.
Reply:all cats (even lions and such) have a gland on the roof of their mouth that takes smells from the air and straight to the brain so they know just what it is they can smell. (like if the food they eat is bad, or if they smell a female ready to mate or a male wanting to fight ect...) .. they open their mouth to draw the smell into the gland. ^_^
Reply:This is common in male animals of various species. It is called the 'flehmen' response. This allows the animal to utilize a very sensitive organ (in the mouth/sinus area) called the Vomero-Nasal Organ. The animal kind of 'eats' a mouthfull of air (which has scent in it) and forces the air into this organ. The animal then gets lots of additional information from whatever he was smelling. This is usually used in connection with reproductive/ sexual scents. Oftern to try and assess the reproductive status of females in the area (or to try and find a receptive female!)
When male horses do this they curl their upper lips up towards their eyes and raise their noses to the sky and shake their heads up and down - pretty odd looking :) Male dogs will often do this when they are smelling a female dogs urine and may even lick the spot, then smack their jaws up and down to force the scent/urine molecules into the vomero-nasal organ, and may even start foaming at the mouth a little!
There is good info on the net, if you want more info -
K-
Reply:they can smell better like that..
i call it their "stinky face"--it is too cute!
Reply:well i never knew that........now i do ..lol i didnt know why my cat did that either
Can i brush my cat's teeth? if so how?
ask your vet
Can i brush my cat's teeth? if so how?
you can but is unnecessary they have strongest teeth than humans
If the nosed smell bad just change the food
Reply:You can, although it is unnecessary. Animals have different saliva and much healthier diets than humans. They are able to fight off the harmful bacteria that cause decay much easier than humans.
Be careful doing so, do NOT use any sort of toothpaste used for humans. They contain chemicals that can be deadly to animals. Don't get bit! Good luck
Reply:Cats, like dogs, should get their teeth cleaned by a vet every 2-3 years to keep them strong and make sure there is no breakage or other painful issues. You can brush them in-between, but it isn't necessary. Most pet stores carry pet brushes that slip over your finger and come with a flavored paste. If your cat hates it, don't bother, it's not worth the injury otherwise.
Broken Teeth
Can i brush my cat's teeth? if so how?
you can but is unnecessary they have strongest teeth than humans
If the nosed smell bad just change the food
Reply:You can, although it is unnecessary. Animals have different saliva and much healthier diets than humans. They are able to fight off the harmful bacteria that cause decay much easier than humans.
Be careful doing so, do NOT use any sort of toothpaste used for humans. They contain chemicals that can be deadly to animals. Don't get bit! Good luck
Reply:Cats, like dogs, should get their teeth cleaned by a vet every 2-3 years to keep them strong and make sure there is no breakage or other painful issues. You can brush them in-between, but it isn't necessary. Most pet stores carry pet brushes that slip over your finger and come with a flavored paste. If your cat hates it, don't bother, it's not worth the injury otherwise.
Broken Teeth
My 15 year old cat's tooth is loose. Its stuck on one of his other teeth preventing him from closing his mouth
He's constantly drooling, and he doesn't seem to be in any real pain, but I'm worried because it's keeping him from eating. Please..I know I should take him to a Vet, but I'm not well-off and I don't have the money for it. I need some type of alternative..and quickly because someone at IAMS told me he might have a seizure if his condition remains unchecked.
My 15 year old cat's tooth is loose. Its stuck on one of his other teeth preventing him from closing his mouth
Hi there...the drooling is indicative that your cat is not comfortable. Your cat's gums around the tooth is infected which is why he would require veterinary care as the infection can become life-threatening.
More about why cat's drool: http://www.manhattancats.com/Articles/dr...
Here are some organizations who can provide financial assistance with veterinary bills (Care Credit is one of the best): http://felinediabetes.com/vetbills
Reply:The fact that your cat is drooling means that he IS in pain and needs medical help. Some vets will let you pay in installments, so call around and see. I think the people at IAMS know what they're talking about.
Reply:I you love your cat, why dont you take him to the vet?
Dang, I can't believe your insensitivity.
Reply:If your cat can't eat, he'll die! OR an infection can set in, and that would end up costing you MORE money! The vet will probably work with you for payment, but you're doing a real dis-service to your animal, by neglecting this. PLEASE be a loving, "responsible" pet owner, and take him to the vet ASAP!! Good luck.....................
Reply:They extend credit for people that don't have money. My vet offers CareCredit, maybe yours does as well. If you don't have the money for your pet's health care, then you should not have a pet!!! Health care is just as important and NOT OPTIONAL as food and water.
Reply:You must take to vet.
If tooth is that loose to wedge between another,.. then it may take JUST a quick "yank" by vet to dislodge and remove without any anesthesia (which vet wouldn't want to give an elderly cat anyways),
Don't let your cat suffer, he's a senior kitty and don't deserve it.
Gd. luck.
Reply:TAKE THE CAT TO A VET!! If you absolutely can't afford it, surrender him to a shelter and they will take care of him. One way or the other. At least, he won't continue suffering.
Geez, I HOPE you don't have kids!
Reply:Drooling can be a sign of pain. Animals usually don't show pain until it becomes so intense they don't have a choice.
You NEED to take him to the vet. If the tooth is really loose, the vet can sedate him and pull the tooth out. Then he'll get a shot of antibiotic and antibiotics for home.
Find a way to take care of this problem. Your cat needs you to.
Reply:Take him to the vet. Tell him your tale of woe with regards to money. Vets aren't like doctors, they actually love their patients.
It'll work out for you.
Reply:Get him to the vets.It will be cheaper to get him sorted now,as he could get an infection in his gums that will spread.As he's not eating,he is more susceptible to infections.My neighbours cat had a similar problem.She left it 3 months before going to the vet.It cost her nearly £350.The cat had to have 5 teeth removed,due to an infection.The vet told her that if he'd seen the cat straight away,only the problem tooth would've needed to be removed.
Reply:There is pain. If we had that condition we'd be going to the dentist immediately. Any drooling from their mouth is a pain response.
You can arrange for payments for this. A tooth removal usually costs $115. Put ten dollars aside per week, but get the cat in right now.
My 15 year old cat's tooth is loose. Its stuck on one of his other teeth preventing him from closing his mouth
Hi there...the drooling is indicative that your cat is not comfortable. Your cat's gums around the tooth is infected which is why he would require veterinary care as the infection can become life-threatening.
More about why cat's drool: http://www.manhattancats.com/Articles/dr...
Here are some organizations who can provide financial assistance with veterinary bills (Care Credit is one of the best): http://felinediabetes.com/vetbills
Reply:The fact that your cat is drooling means that he IS in pain and needs medical help. Some vets will let you pay in installments, so call around and see. I think the people at IAMS know what they're talking about.
Reply:I you love your cat, why dont you take him to the vet?
Dang, I can't believe your insensitivity.
Reply:If your cat can't eat, he'll die! OR an infection can set in, and that would end up costing you MORE money! The vet will probably work with you for payment, but you're doing a real dis-service to your animal, by neglecting this. PLEASE be a loving, "responsible" pet owner, and take him to the vet ASAP!! Good luck.....................
Reply:They extend credit for people that don't have money. My vet offers CareCredit, maybe yours does as well. If you don't have the money for your pet's health care, then you should not have a pet!!! Health care is just as important and NOT OPTIONAL as food and water.
Reply:You must take to vet.
If tooth is that loose to wedge between another,.. then it may take JUST a quick "yank" by vet to dislodge and remove without any anesthesia (which vet wouldn't want to give an elderly cat anyways),
Don't let your cat suffer, he's a senior kitty and don't deserve it.
Gd. luck.
Reply:TAKE THE CAT TO A VET!! If you absolutely can't afford it, surrender him to a shelter and they will take care of him. One way or the other. At least, he won't continue suffering.
Geez, I HOPE you don't have kids!
Reply:Drooling can be a sign of pain. Animals usually don't show pain until it becomes so intense they don't have a choice.
You NEED to take him to the vet. If the tooth is really loose, the vet can sedate him and pull the tooth out. Then he'll get a shot of antibiotic and antibiotics for home.
Find a way to take care of this problem. Your cat needs you to.
Reply:Take him to the vet. Tell him your tale of woe with regards to money. Vets aren't like doctors, they actually love their patients.
It'll work out for you.
Reply:Get him to the vets.It will be cheaper to get him sorted now,as he could get an infection in his gums that will spread.As he's not eating,he is more susceptible to infections.My neighbours cat had a similar problem.She left it 3 months before going to the vet.It cost her nearly £350.The cat had to have 5 teeth removed,due to an infection.The vet told her that if he'd seen the cat straight away,only the problem tooth would've needed to be removed.
Reply:There is pain. If we had that condition we'd be going to the dentist immediately. Any drooling from their mouth is a pain response.
You can arrange for payments for this. A tooth removal usually costs $115. Put ten dollars aside per week, but get the cat in right now.
Cat has bad breath, teeth problems?
One of my cats has some stanky breath. Because I switched to a mostly wet food diet or could she have teeth problems? She seems to enjoy hard food, so I'm not sure if her teeth are bugging her or not.
Any help would be great.Thanks!
Cat has bad breath, teeth problems?
Hi there...generally, when a cat exhibits bad breath it could be a result of either periodontal, kidney, respiratory or liver disease to diabetes, skin disease (involving tissue around the lips) or oral trauma, such as electric cord injury. However, by far, the most common problem associated with bad breath is periodontal disease. All which will require a veterinarian's evaluation to treat respectively. Another likely culprit is tartar/calculus buildup in the left and right upper rear quadrants of the mouth/teeth. Daily brushing with toothpaste formulated for cats will help reduce the continued buildup. Here's an instructional video by Cornell University Veterinary College on how to brush a cats teeth: http://www.felinevideos.vet.cornell.edu/...
More about feline bad breath causes by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine for Feline Health:
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/news/badB...
Reply:The teeth would indeed be my first suspicion. Another possibility is the food.
You might want to make an appointment for a check-up for your kitty- and make an appointment for a dental cleaning.
Good luck!
Reply:I had a feline for 20 years. She unfortunately passed away last year but her breath started to REAK when she was 15. I mean REAK, if she opened her mouth near me i wanted to vomit.
So what we did and had recommended was to have her teeth cleaned, we did that, no improvement.
Then we switched food, took hard food away to add wet food and even changed the flavor to a more mild chicken like rather than seafood(her favorite!). That also did nothing. Finally we ended up having her teeth removed and feeding her canned/wet food for 4 years. We could finally be face to face without me plugging my nose or holding my breath!
Reply:Bad breath very often means dental problems. If untreated, dental problems can be fatal (as I sadly know), so get her checked. My cat was happily munching dry food right up until the day he collapsed, and I, like you, thought this meant his teeth must be fine. I was wrong, and I lost him - so get her checked while it's still a minor problem.
Reply:Bad breath is a distinct sign of trouble, whether it be teeth, gums, infection or acid imbalances. Any of these issues must be treated as soon as possible. Ignoring treatment can cause severe pain (which cats are expert at hiding), permanent kidney damage in addition to affecting the appetite. Have your vet examine the cat and also do a blood test while she is there. If the teeth have tarter, then can do a scaling. Some cats need this done annually. If the teeth begin to decay as a result of unremoved tarter, they will have to be extracted. It was previously thought that dry food was better for the teeth, but more recent studies seem to indicate that this is not accurate. What is important for general good health is a 'quality food' - not the cheap commercial junk sold in the supermarkets. Cats require high protein. Grains, by-products, fillers, additives, preservatives and such are very detrimental on a cats health in the long run. When their system balances have been upset by chronic poor nutrition, many times you will begin to see complications such as poor coat, loss of appetite, bad breath, etc.
Reply:possibly your cat may have a bad tooth BUT cats are meat eaters and their breath is fetid at the best of times. Like someone on that total meat diet can't remember the name.
Wet food is good for your cats so that is not an issue. perhaps feeding them wet food and putting biscuits down may solve the problem.
I have 5 cats and this is what I do 4 are ok but one has oral cancer his breath smells like poop. the cancer is non-invasive for now. get her checked out to be sure
Any help would be great.Thanks!
Cat has bad breath, teeth problems?
Hi there...generally, when a cat exhibits bad breath it could be a result of either periodontal, kidney, respiratory or liver disease to diabetes, skin disease (involving tissue around the lips) or oral trauma, such as electric cord injury. However, by far, the most common problem associated with bad breath is periodontal disease. All which will require a veterinarian's evaluation to treat respectively. Another likely culprit is tartar/calculus buildup in the left and right upper rear quadrants of the mouth/teeth. Daily brushing with toothpaste formulated for cats will help reduce the continued buildup. Here's an instructional video by Cornell University Veterinary College on how to brush a cats teeth: http://www.felinevideos.vet.cornell.edu/...
More about feline bad breath causes by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine for Feline Health:
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/news/badB...
Reply:The teeth would indeed be my first suspicion. Another possibility is the food.
You might want to make an appointment for a check-up for your kitty- and make an appointment for a dental cleaning.
Good luck!
Reply:I had a feline for 20 years. She unfortunately passed away last year but her breath started to REAK when she was 15. I mean REAK, if she opened her mouth near me i wanted to vomit.
So what we did and had recommended was to have her teeth cleaned, we did that, no improvement.
Then we switched food, took hard food away to add wet food and even changed the flavor to a more mild chicken like rather than seafood(her favorite!). That also did nothing. Finally we ended up having her teeth removed and feeding her canned/wet food for 4 years. We could finally be face to face without me plugging my nose or holding my breath!
Reply:Bad breath very often means dental problems. If untreated, dental problems can be fatal (as I sadly know), so get her checked. My cat was happily munching dry food right up until the day he collapsed, and I, like you, thought this meant his teeth must be fine. I was wrong, and I lost him - so get her checked while it's still a minor problem.
Reply:Bad breath is a distinct sign of trouble, whether it be teeth, gums, infection or acid imbalances. Any of these issues must be treated as soon as possible. Ignoring treatment can cause severe pain (which cats are expert at hiding), permanent kidney damage in addition to affecting the appetite. Have your vet examine the cat and also do a blood test while she is there. If the teeth have tarter, then can do a scaling. Some cats need this done annually. If the teeth begin to decay as a result of unremoved tarter, they will have to be extracted. It was previously thought that dry food was better for the teeth, but more recent studies seem to indicate that this is not accurate. What is important for general good health is a 'quality food' - not the cheap commercial junk sold in the supermarkets. Cats require high protein. Grains, by-products, fillers, additives, preservatives and such are very detrimental on a cats health in the long run. When their system balances have been upset by chronic poor nutrition, many times you will begin to see complications such as poor coat, loss of appetite, bad breath, etc.
Reply:possibly your cat may have a bad tooth BUT cats are meat eaters and their breath is fetid at the best of times. Like someone on that total meat diet can't remember the name.
Wet food is good for your cats so that is not an issue. perhaps feeding them wet food and putting biscuits down may solve the problem.
I have 5 cats and this is what I do 4 are ok but one has oral cancer his breath smells like poop. the cancer is non-invasive for now. get her checked out to be sure
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