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My 2-month-old kitten has bad breath. Is it due to losing baby teeth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male

My kitten breath smells bad he is 2 months he eats well and dry food Some people say its because he is losing his baby teeth

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 7th, 2017

Meshmesh should not have bad breath. He may have an infection in his mouth. If you are unsure or worried, you should have him examined by a veterinarian. He also needs his first vaccinations now and needs to be wormed as well.

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    Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

    Veterinarian

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    They are absolutely correct. Bad breath this young is almost always attributed to bleeding gums as the adult teeth erupt and replace the baby teeth. However, it's still a good idea to have your vet do a oral exam in Meshmesh to make sure no other underlying issues are present.

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