Cat Bad Breath Is Not Just a Smell
If your cat’s mouth smells unpleasant, it may be more than a simple odor. When your cat looks uncomfortable while eating or drools excessively, these can be signs of deeper health issues.
Like humans, cats are vulnerable to periodontal disease. Plaque buildup causes gums to swell and teeth to weaken, leading to pain and difficulty eating.
A Simple At-Home Checklist
- Healthy gums: pink
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Healthy teeth: white and clean
🚩 Red gums or yellow tartar = warning sign
Oral Health and Kidney Health Are Closely Linked
When bad breath, drooling, and eating struggles occur together, it may signal chronic kidney disease or even cancer.
Oral inflammation can progress into chronic inflammation, which affects the entire body. This increases the risk of kidney disease progression, heart conditions, and cancer.
👉 Bad breath is never just bad breath.
The Importance of Consistent Care
If ignored, oral inflammation can harm both the kidneys and overall health. Regular dental checkups are essential, but so is proactive kidney care.
Greycoat Research supports this dual approach through the Dr. Toru Protocol, based on AIM protein research. This protocol has helped CKD cats like TT not only stabilize their kidney values but also regain vitality and appetite
👉 Your cat’s bad breath may be an SOS signal from their body. Regular dental care, combined with proper kidney support, can make a decisive difference.
