Zubní kámen u psů: Co to je, jak ho poznat a co s tím dělat

When you notice that your dog’s breath smells worse than last week’s trash, it’s not just unpleasant—it’s a warning. zubní kámen u psů, tvrdá vrstva bakterií a minerálů, která se tvoří na zubech po nečištění. Also known as kamenný plak, it starts as soft plaque but hardens into tartar within days if not removed. This isn’t just an aesthetic issue—it’s a silent health crisis. Most pet owners don’t realize that by age three, over 80% of dogs already have some form of periodontal disease. And it all begins with that sticky film you can’t see—zubní plak u psů, živý biofilm z bakterií, který se přilepí na zuby hned po jídle. Left unchecked, it calcifies into zubní kámen, tvrdou, žlutou nebo hnědou vrstvu, kterou už nelze odstranit běžným kartáčkem.

Why does this happen? Dogs don’t brush their teeth. They chew bones, eat kibble, lick everything—and their saliva doesn’t naturally clean like ours. The problem grows faster in small breeds, older dogs, and those fed soft food. You’ll know it’s there when you see yellow-brown crust along the gumline, when your dog avoids hard treats, or when they start dropping food or chewing only on one side. Bad breath? That’s the least of it. Bacteria from the mouth enter the bloodstream and can damage the heart, kidneys, and liver. It’s not a myth—this is real, preventable damage.

So what can you do? Brushing your dog’s teeth daily with a pet-safe toothpaste is the best defense. If your dog resists, try dental wipes, water additives, or chew toys designed to scrape plaque. But if you already see hard deposits, don’t try to scrape it off yourself. That can hurt the gums or break a tooth. Only a vet can safely remove zubní kámen with professional scaling under anesthesia. It’s not expensive compared to treating the infections or organ damage it causes. And yes—it’s worth it. Your dog will eat better, breathe easier, and live longer.

What you’ll find below are real, practical guides based on actual cases: how to start brushing a resistant dog, which chew treats actually work, what to expect during a professional cleaning, and why skipping dental care is the most common mistake pet owners make. No fluff. No marketing. Just what works—and what doesn’t.