First of all, it is very important to understand the dental function of hounds for their oral health. Dogs' teeth are used to bite, chew and tear their prey. Therefore, hounds' teeth need to be sharp, strong and strong enough to help them catch their prey successfully.
In addition, the hound's teeth also play a defensive and protective role. If hounds need to defend themselves when defending their families or territories, their teeth need to be hard enough to cause powerful biting attacks.
2. What kind of teeth are suitable for hounds?
The teeth of hounds should be strong and hard, so that they will not be broken or damaged when biting prey or defending themselves. Dog teeth should be sharp, because it is easy to bite and tear prey. In addition, the hound's teeth should be closely arranged together to ensure the uniform distribution of bite force and provide support for protecting gums.
3. How to keep the hound's teeth healthy?
Unlike other breeds, hounds' teeth need constant care to ensure their health. Here are some ways to keep your hound's teeth healthy:
1, brush your teeth once a week, and use a suitable dog toothbrush and toothpaste;
2. Provide fresh bones and chewing toys every day to maintain oral health;
3. Take the dog to the vet regularly to check its oral health.
4. Common problems with hounds' teeth
Although hounds have very strong teeth, problems still occur. Here are some common canine problems:
1, dental caries and calculus:
Like humans, hounds suffer from gum disease due to bacterial growth. If you don't brush your teeth, the dental plaque around the dog's teeth will also form a petrochemical substance called tartar, and sometimes it may further evolve into periodontitis and dental caries.
2, tooth fracture and tooth loss:
Hounds often engage in intense activities, such as running and jumping, which makes their teeth easily break or fall off. In addition, hounds are easily bitten by other animals, which leads to dental problems.
When you find the above problems, please take the dog to the vet for treatment.