The dog's oral health is a concern for every pet owner. Periodontal disease is a very common health problem for dogs, with a prevalence of up to 44 100% depending on the breed and age of the dog. Therefore, the search for effective preventive and ** measures is a need for many dogs and owners.
The results of a recently published study show that mature garlic extract has the potential to be a new companion for dogs' oral health. The study, which was conducted by a team of researchers from the Japanese island nation of Chunaga Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Kagoshima University in the Japanese island country, showed that mature garlic extract could improve gingivitis in dogs.
Allyl plants such as garlic and onions are toxic to dogs because they can cause hemolytic anemia. However, the mature garlic extract used in this study was the result of soaking garlic in ethanol for more than 10 months, and its toxicity has diminished or disappeared. This means that mature garlic extract can serve as a potential solution for your dog's oral problems.
In the experiment, the research team soaked raw garlic slices in a mixture of ethanol and water for 10 months, and then mechanically dried them to make a powder of mature garlic extract. They used this extract to feed beagles with mild gingivitis to verify its effects.
The results of the study showed that 5 beagles in the experimental group fed mature garlic extract had a significant decrease in gingival index scores at 4 and 8 weeks after feeding. In contrast, there was no change in gingival index scores in the Beagles group in the placebo group after feeding. In addition, the volatile sulfur compounds in the exhaled breath of beagles in the test group were significantly reduced after 8 weeks compared to the placebo group.
The researchers explained that these results suggest that mature garlic extract has the best effect on gingivitis and bad breath in dogs. However, there were some limitations to this study, such as the small sample size, with only 10 beagles participating in the experiment. In addition, studies were only validated in dogs with mild gingivitis, so further research is needed on whether the same effect will be felt in dogs with severe periodontal disease.
Nevertheless, the findings of this study provide new ideas for the oral health of dogs. Further research will be conducted in the future to expand the size and scope of the study sample and explore the possibility of developing mature garlic extracts into oral medications or dietary supplements.
During this time, pet owners should remember not to feed their dogs allyl plants such as garlic or onions at home. If you're concerned about your dog's oral health, it's best to consult a veterinarian or professional pet caregiver for personalized advice and guidance.
In summary, this study suggests that mature garlic extract has a potential effect on improving gingivitis in dogs. While further research is needed to confirm this finding, this finding opens up new possibilities in the field of dog oral health. Pet owners should be careful not to feed their dogs poisonous plants such as garlic or onions without permission, and instead seek professional advice to ensure their dog's oral health.
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