An unkempt cat might also be suffering
from oral discomfort or arthritis, both of which can be eased with proper veterinary care.
In some cases, the rinsing of the mouth area may be all that is needed to treat the contamination, although something cool to eat or drink, such as ice chips or milk, may help to
ease oral discomfort and inflammation until you are able to get further instructions from your veterinarian.
Any type of facial swelling, changes in eating habits, unexpected night awakenings, or rubbing of the face are signs of
possible oral discomfort.
If your pet is experiencing any of the above symptoms, please call Critter Doctor Animal Hospital today at (425) 823-6762 for an appointment, so your pet does not need to spend any more time suffering
with oral discomfort.
Your pet will live a longer life free of
oral discomfort and pain and will most certainly thank your for it!!
Dogs will lick their lips non-stop as an appeasement gesture when feeling threatened, anxious, or nervous, or when they experience a health - related problem, such as nausea,
oral discomfort, allergies, or internal pain.
Common signs of poor oral health include bad breath, excessive drooling, loss of appetite due to
oral discomfort, and teeth discolored by tarter build - up.
Bad breath along with difficulty chewing,
oral discomfort, and blood - tinged drool are all signs of periodontal disease.
· Bad Breath or Mouth Odor · Tartar Accumulation ·
Oral Discomfort (Pawing at Mouth or Rubbing Mouth Along Ground) · Trouble Chewing · Red or Bleeding Gums · Dropping Food While Trying to Eat · Not Eating Well or Cries When Trying to Eat
Unlike a dog or cat who limps with a broken leg, an animal with a dental problem will probably appear to be normal, leaving their owners in the dark about
their oral discomfort.