Change Dog Food Successfully
Here is what you need to change dog
food successfully:
Day One: Start by mixing your old brand
with the new brand in a ratio of 3/4 to 1/4 - the
smaller amount representing the new brand. Do this
for three days.
Day Four: After your dog has eaten the
3/4 to 1/4 mixture for three days, graduate to half
and half for another three days.
Day Eight: For the last three days,
go to a 3/4 to 1/4 mixture, only this time the smaller
amount is the old brand of food.
By the end of the 12 days, your dog
should be ready to eat the new food on its own.
If your dog is currently on a special
diet, consult with your vet first before switching
to a different brand of dog food.
One of the most important parts of keeping
your dog healthy is to make sure his mouth and teeth
are cared for. Proper oral hygiene is critical for
dogs of all ages. And the older your dog gets, the
more important it is to keep plaque and tartar off
the teeth. In fact, not caring for your dog's teeth
is a much bigger deal than just yellow teeth or bad
breath. It can lead to serious health problems. A
positive step toward this very important aspect of
maintaining your dog's dental health is feeding healthy
treats such as Gourment Dental Treats from HealthyPetNet.
Oral Problems
Plaque: Dogs usually don't get cavities.
They are more prone to plaque and tartar build-up
on the teeth.
Tartar: If plaque is not removed, tartar
forms. Tartar irritates the gums and can lead to damage
of the gums called gingivitis. Gingivitis manifests
itself as reddening of the gums closest to the teeth.
Periodontitis: If tartar is not removed,
it builds up under the gums. It separates the gums
from the teeth to form pockets leading to more bacterial
growth. If left untreated, this could lead to damage
of the teeth called periodontitis. Veterinarians can
slow or stop this process.
Home care for your dog's teeth:
Routinely examine your dog's mouth.
Warning signs of tartar build-up are bad breath, red
and swollen gums, a yellow-brown crust of tartar around
the gum line, pain or bleeding when you touch the
gums or brush the teeth.
Use chew toys specifically designed
for dental health. Brush your dog's teeth according
to your vet's instructions.
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