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Dog Dental Problems: Natural Approaches
You may not realize that your dog has dental problems, but often a dog can acquire such problems without the owners noticing. This could be from an accident, or more commonly from peridontal disease. According to Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM, PhD, and Susan Hubble Pitcairn, co-authors of "Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats," peridontal disease comes about when the normal saliva changes and allows buildups of calcium salts, food, hair, and bacteria to occur. These deposits then lead to inflammation of the gums. If a pocket opens up between the gums and the teeth, it becomes another place for debris to collect and thus make the problem worse. Over time, teeth can become loose and even fall out. This is not a pleasing prospect... but fortunately you can do things to make a difference. While your dog may require dental work from a veterinarian if there is a pre-existing condition, you can give him homeopathic remedies and herbs after the work is done. Arnica 30C typically reduces pain and swelling, and should only be given after the dental treatment as it may increase the amount of anesthetic needed. Goldenseal is a good herb for helping the gums to grow new tissue. It is widely available at health food stores and similar places, and what you do is steep 1 tsp in a pint of boiling water, and let this mixture stand until it is cool. Strain it, and use the liquid to rinse out your dog's mouth. Dietary approaches can help the dog to have healthy teeth. A large raw bone works well as a tooth cleaner, as does a carrot. When you first give a large raw bone, only let the dog have it for about half an hour, so you can monitor how it affects your dog's digestion. These tips are derived from my own experience and the Pitcairn's book, which is a treasure trove of information on all aspects of dog and cat health, including what to feed your pets, the controversial topic of vaccination, cancer, first aid, and all sorts of other health challenges that can befall a dog. (None of this material is a direct quote from the book.)
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Contributor's Note
Rosana Hart uses the Pitcairns' book regularly with her own dogs and cats.
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Book cover of Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
My cat Moonlight looking over the Pitcairn book
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