Oral problems:
Dental plaque and tartar: If the food residue in the cat's mouth is not cleaned in a timely manner after eating, it can accumulate and form dental plaque. Calcification of dental plaque may lead to the formation of dental calculus, resulting in bad breath.
Dental caries, gingivitis, and oral ulcers: These common oral diseases can lead to bacterial growth, resulting in a foul odor. Oral ulcers may be accompanied by symptoms such as increased drooling and difficulty eating.
Digestive problems:
Indigestion: When cats have indigestion, the food in their intestines secretes some gases, which are emitted from the mouth and form bad breath. Dyspepsia may also be accompanied by symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting.
Gastrointestinal infection: Infection may cause abnormal gastrointestinal function in cats, leading to bad breath.
Nutritional imbalance and vitamin deficiency:
When cats lack vitamin B, they may experience bad breath, anemia, and other symptoms. Especially B vitamins are crucial for the health of cats.
Long term consumption of low-quality or spoiled food, or picky eating and frequent snacking, may lead to imbalanced nutrition in cats and cause bad breath.
Food and dietary issues:
Eating foods with a strong taste, such as fish and liver, can cause cats to have bad breath problems.
Excessive taste of cat food or long-term consumption of inferior cat food may also cause bad breath.
Kidney problems:
When cats suffer from kidney disease, especially kidney failure, it may cause oral mucosal ulcers, resulting in unpleasant odors. Late stage renal failure may result in a sour and unpleasant odor in the cat's mouth.
Diabetes:
When cats suffer from diabetes, hyperglycemia may increase the burden of the body, weaken the immune system, lead to excessive bacterial reproduction, and then cause bad breath.
To improve the problem of bad breath in cats, it is recommended to take the following measures:
Brush your cat's teeth regularly and keep your mouth clean.
Choose appropriate cat food to avoid excessive food residue or strong taste.
If necessary, take the cat to a veterinarian for a physical examination, including oral examination, to diagnose and treat possible oral or digestive system diseases.
Ensure a balanced diet for cats and supplement with vitamins if necessary.
Maintain a clean and hygienic living environment for cats to reduce the chance of bacterial growth.
Provide sufficient drinking water to help cats eliminate waste from their bodies and reduce the production of oral odor.
