Does your dog, and resultedly you, suffer from the unique smell of bad breath de la doggie?

More often than not bad dog breath odour is caused by the build up of plaque and tartar, or more seriously for your dog dental or gum disease, in your best friend’s mouth. Just like humans, dogs need regular visits to a canine dentist, otherwise known as your local vet! A vet will establish the best dental care plan for your pooch, and can suggest ways to keep your dog’s teeth and gums squeaky clean, which will be a welcome relief for your pup, and a breath of fresh air for you!

Can’t get a veterinary appointment right away? Try these Fresh Breath doggie biscuits in the meantime…

Fresh Breath Biscuits

2 cups brown rice flour
1 Tbl. Charcoal
1 large egg slightly beaten
3 Tbl. Vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
2/3 cup milk

Preheat oven to 200 degrees celcius. Combine flour, salt and charcoal. In a medium bowl, combine egg, oil, parsley and mint; mix well. Slowly stir in flour mixture, and then add enough milk to make dough the consistency of drop biscuits. Drop heap tablespoons of dough about 2 centimeters apart onto greased baking tray. Bake for 15 minutes or until firm. Store cooled biscuits in tightly covered container in refrigerator.