You hate bad breath and keep piles of spearmint in your purse. ‘I won’t get bullied now for bad breath!”, you think. But your doggo has had bad breath off-late. Can you give him spearmint to clear it?

Yes, in small quantities, fresh or dried spearmint herb is safe to feed dogs and may even help freshen up their breath. Spearmint even contains antioxidants like vitamins A and C as well as manganese and potassium. Many dog food brands also add spearmint to their products.

However, always practice moderation when feeding any herbs like spearmint to your dog. You might want to discuss it with your vet first and also take your dog’s weight and medical history into account.

Never feed spearmint candy to dogs. Candy could contain xylitol which is toxic to pets. Also, spearmint candy is likely to contain a ton of sugar which is not at all beneficial to dogs and may even spike their blood sugar levels.

To ensure your pet will live a long and healthy life, it is always a good idea to invest in pet health insurance. Preparing for the unexpected guarantees money is never an issue in keeping you pup healthy.