Did you know that dogs of all breeds (including the Akita) can develop gum disease also known as gingivitis? Gingivitis is a type of gum disease that causes inflammation and irritation to the gums. It is said to be one of the first stages of periodontal disease or infections related to areas around the teeth including the gums. Your Akita or other breed of canine may develop gingivitis is there is a lot of food, plaque or tartar build up on the gums. You can help prevent this from happening by brushing your dog’s teeth on a routine basis. You can also have his teeth professionally cleaned. Some of the first signs of gingivitis include bad breath that doesn’t go away, inflammation and redness of the gums and around the side of the mouth. If you see this in your dog, please give your veterinarians Anderson, INa call. To know more, visit https://www.lapelvet.com/.
