Take a moment to lift your dog’s lip and have a look at their teeth and gums. Healthy teeth should be white and free of any brownish tartar, while gums should be pink, not red or swollen.

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The first signs of gum disease (also called periodontitis) are bleeding, swelling, and redness. They usually happen when you don’t brush or floss your teeth well or often enough. You might not ...