Nowadays, many families like to keep pets for companionship. As living beings, they encounter obstacles during growth. For example, those who raise cats at home will notice that some cats occasionally have bad breath. This can cause discomfort for the caregiver psychologically. However, it’s important to know that cats also need to metabolize, and this situation is quite normal. Don’t develop dislike because of it.

Caregivers should immediately investigate the cause of the bad breath. Help the cat get rid of this predicament. Next, let’s find the root cause together.

If cats eat too many canned foods with high moisture content, it is recommended to switch to those containing more fiber; if oral cleaning is inadequate, use a toothbrush dipped in salt water or toothpaste to brush the cat’s teeth; if the cat is often fed soft food, it is easy to develop tartar, which causes gingivitis, so switching to hard food can help.

1. Food issues. The food prepared for cats should not be too varied. Some caregivers like to prepare meat cans or fresh packs for cats. In fact, these high-moisture cat foods contain a large amount of decayed meat. If the cat eats it and is not cleaned promptly, the breath will be very bad. Therefore, first clarify what kind of food is prepared for the cat. If most of it is canned food, it is recommended to switch to more fiber-rich vegetarian food.

2. Caused by tartar buildup. You can wrap your thumb and finger in a cloth and gently lift the cat’s upper lip. You might find the gums are red, swollen, or yellowed. You can start by brushing the teeth. At this time, another person is needed to hold the cat still. Use a small toothbrush dipped in salt water, gently brushing every corner carefully.

3. Oral ulcer issues. It may be caused by an oral infection. If the cat is often fed canned or soft foods, it is very likely to cause tooth decay because these foods easily accumulate tartar, leading to gingivitis. More serious cases can cause dental nerve necrosis. In this case, you need to go to a pet hospital for tooth extraction.

4. Digestive problems. If the cat’s stomach is not good and suffers from indigestion, this can also cause bad breath. In this case, adjust the diet promptly and feed more high-quality, fresh cat food.