Bad breath in dogs is not just something you need to accept as a fact of life. Bad breath is often a sign of dental disease. Work with your dog at an early age to develop a tooth-cleaning regimen. Clean your dog’s teeth at least twice a week. Provide fun chew toys to play with to keep remove plaque build-up. There are a number of commercially available gels, mints and water supplements to help keep your dog’s breath fresh. Some simply mask the odors whereas others work to reduce plaque. Opt for the latter products. Bacteria that cause bad breath can also get in your dog’s bloodstream and lead to dangerous medical conditions so it is essential to keep your dog’s mouth clean. Even with the best of home care you will need to make an appointment with your Pet Clinic Myrtle Beach SC to schedule a professional dental cleaning.