I.Healthy gums
The dog is normal and Healthy gums are pink. When you press the gums with your finger, it will turn white or light pink, and as soon as the finger leaves the gums, it will return to its original color in a short period of time. This recovery process is called Capillary refill time. Healthy gums are moist and smooth to the touch, not dry and sticky. When a dog’s gums are abnormal, its color will also change accordingly, and each abnormal color of the gums represents a different disease symptom.
Second, blue gums
If the dog’s blood is not getting enough oxygen, the gums will become purple or blue. Inadequate amounts of oxygenated blood can lead to pneumonia, congestive heart failure, pulmonary blood clots and other respiratory diseases in dogs. If the owner finds that the dog’s gums have turned blue and is accompanied by symptoms of difficulty breathing, he must be taken to the hospital as soon as possible.
Third, white gums
When a dog lacks blood protein or loses too much blood, its gums become It will turn white or turn pale pink. Because the body does not have enough blood to circulate, the blood on the gums is “borrowed”, and diseases such as anemia can also cause the dog’s gums to turn white.
4. Red gums
If your dog’s gums turn red or brighter pink, then It is likely that stomatitis or gingivitis is at play. Some dogs will have red gums after heat stroke. This is because the dog’s body is in urgent need of heat dissipation, so a part of the blood runs to the gums.
V. Bleeding gums
Bleeding gums in dogs are generally caused by gingivitis or stomatitis. It may also be caused by trauma. But no matter what the reason is, it is necessary to take the dog to the hospital for treatment in time to avoid other symptoms.
The owner should also help the dog to take care of the teeth in daily life. Oral hygiene is also the guarantee of good health. If you have other related questions, you can also consult your veterinarian.
