The coat is what makes Standard Poodles beautiful in the eyes of many dog lovers all over the world. Many people are eager to have this breed as a new member of the family. This beautiful coat, however is one of the most important things that must be put into consideration when planning of getting a Standard Poodle since this breed requires regular grooming and clipping. But let not most of your time and attention focus on the coat alone for there are other areas of the dog that must not be overlooked.

What I am referring to here is the dog’s dental care. Often, this aspect of dog’s health care is overlooked for some reasons. One most common reason is that the owner has not realized the importance of a dog’s dental care. Dogs, just like you and me and other people in the universe need regular dental care too. In the absence of proper dental care, plaque, tartar, gingivitis and other mouth related diseases will definitely develop. Plaque forms in the gum line when food particles and bacteria are not removed. Tartar (also called calculus) forms when plaque is not removed. This tartar irritates the gums and causes an inflammation called gingivitis. These dental diseases cause bad breath and may lead to periodontal disease if not properly treated. Loose teeth, abscesses and bone loss will also occur.