Smelly mouth or bad breath in cats
Causes and treatment of bad breath or smelly mouth in cats.
Cats are extremely social animals that love cuddles. However, with a bad odor from the mouth of a cat, owners find it so uncomfortable to fully pet or cuddle their beloved cats.
Halitosis is a common problem in cats.
This post will fully explore the causes, prevention, and treatment options of a smelly mouth in cats.
How can I tell if my cat has bad breath or a bad odor from the mouth?
A cat’s normal breath is supposed to be odorless. However, alterations from odorless breath can be due to previous or current meals given or drugs administered to a cat. (e.g., the breath might be fishy due to a previous fish meal given.
Therefore, if the breath of a cat is not the scent of the food or drug given to it and is not odorless, it’s considered abnormal and might need veterinary care.
Is halitosis common in cats?
There are certain groups of cats in which a smelly mouth is common; they include:
Young cats that are teething with either kitten or permanent teeth
Cats fed on dry foods
Cats with oral or respiratory infections
Diabetic cats
Cats that are not given oral care.
Cats on a poor diet
Cats that are not given drinking water
Causes of bad breath in cats
Tooth decay
Gingivitis
Accumulation of tartar on teeth
Poor oral hygiene
Wounds in the mouth
Dry mouth
Respiratory infections
Diabetes
Liver disease
Kidney disease
Gastrointestinal disorders
Bacterial or viral infections.
Fungal infections
Some medications
Cancers
Metabolic disorders
Foreign body in the nasal cavity
Coprophagy
Stomatitis
Decomposed food particles in periodontal pockets
Stress
Periodontal disease
Chronic reflux of stomach acids
How can I prevent or treat bad breath in my cats?
First, establish the root cause and select the best management to be used.
Commonly used management practices and remedies by vets include:
Extraction of decayed teeth
Dental scaling
Regular oral cleaning
Good nutrition
Providing clean drinking water 24/7
Antibiotics
Antifungals
Anti-inflammatories
Providing dental cat treats
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