My dog has a red line on his gums. Is it gingivitis? What should I do?

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What is this red line on rugers gums? It’s been there for about 2-3 days. His teeth aren’t dirty. He does attend daycare & share bowls. What can I do for it? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 4 months old | 25 lbs

Dr. Paula Simons · Accepted Answer

Red gums at the base of the teeth is generally a sign of inflammation of the gums or gingivitis. This is usually caused by a reaction of the gums to bacteria in the mouth. I would consider using pet oral care products and brushing his teeth to see if there are any improvements made, if not he may need a dental cleaning.

My dog has a red line on his gums. Is it gingivitis? What should I do?

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