InspectorRex Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 (edited) Our Rescue Rough Collie, Bundy( aged 9yrs), has bad breath as he likes to "house clean" after having a pee. We know his teeth are not the cause as they were thoroughly cleaned by our Vet when he went in for his desexing(4 weeks ago). He has chicken necks every day and two or three times a week he has lamb shanks or brisket bones. I do not want to use Greenies as I have aleady had a dog have an allergic reaction to them Any ideas welcome please Edited September 6, 2005 by InspectorRex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 Fresh parsley, shredded mint and more bones! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MolassesLass Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 I second the parsley recommendation, shredded into mince or other treats if the dog dislikes the taste. Garlic can also help, but tends to replace one yukky smell with another non-yukky but still strong smell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 my dogs love parsley and the mint can also help to keep fleas at bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InspectorRex Posted September 6, 2005 Author Share Posted September 6, 2005 Ok, how much Fresh chopped parsley do I give him? he weighs 23kgs Thanks Colleen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 As much as he'll eat. It's all good. Natural breath freshener, natural diuretic. Helps with the breath AND the kidneys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InspectorRex Posted September 6, 2005 Author Share Posted September 6, 2005 Thanks, will buy some tomorrow when I do the weekly shopping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espinay2 Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 in addition to the good comments already given - apple cider vinegar in the drinking water can sometimes help too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Wow I've decided that Apple Cider Vinegar is the new 'mirical cure'. I have just been told that it works great for babies with nappy rash too. I suggest buying a couple of pots of parsley to put on your window sill. It grows really fast so it should keep you well stocked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzawani Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) My dog, Andy always had a stinky mouth. I washed his face with apple cider vinegar Sunday night and he still smells clean. I'm gonna try the parsely too. Bonz Edited September 7, 2005 by Bonzawani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Apple Cider Vinegar is one of the most versatile products you can imagine. It is great as in internal "toner", helps neutralise bodily fluids such as saliva and tear stains. Great for cleaning with. Helps to prevent the round burn spots that bitches can cause on grass. Helps kitty trays to not be as "whiffy". Helps the boys to not stink as much when they lift their legs. Helps boy kitties to prevent the urine crystals that can form in their kidneys etc. Can be mixed with water for a very efficient ear cleaner.....And the list goes on...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzawani Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 What would the vinegar/water mix for the ears be? Thanx. Bonz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 50/50 vinegar and water. Swish it around the bottom of the ear and then wipe the residue away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzawani Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Bonz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 For general maintenance, do you put it over their dinner or in their water ? and how much ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I put it in the drinking water. Depends upon the size of your water bowls/buckets. To a "normal" household sized bucket (can never remember how many litres they are) I would normally add about a cupful of vinegar. To a smaller one, proportionately less. But start gradually and work up a bit at a time to full strength or you'll have them looking at you with "that" look and threatening to dehydrate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InspectorRex Posted September 7, 2005 Author Share Posted September 7, 2005 Our boy(Bundy) and our 10mth old Rough Collie puppy(show dog) drink from the same water bowl we have inside( holds probably 1 litre).Bundy hasn't learnt yet to drink from the bucket outside( remember he was a Rescue that had been very badly neglected) How much apple cider vinegar would I put in the "communal" bowl and will it have any bad affects on my Show girl? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Why would it have any bad effects on your show girl? I ONLY have communal buckets. All animals drink it, cats and dogs, pets and show animals. My horses get it on their feed as well. My other posts say how much I use, you can adjust it to suit yourself, your dogs and your circumstances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky in Oz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 Hi Ellz, I am interested in trying your blend of 50/50 vinegar/water for ears on my cat. Think it's okay? He generally has pretty clean ears anyway, but the occasional 'muck' does appear. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 I use it on my cats, one of whom is a Devon Rex and they get REALLY grungy ears (because they're so darned big they tend to catch any dirt or dust that is flying around). The difference between the cats and the dogs is that instead of putting it into the cat ear and swishing it around, I soak a cloth (Chux wipes are excellent) in the solution and give the ears a good wipe out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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