Suspicious Odors

While a little stinky breath usually isn't cause for alarm, there are a few serious conditions that can cause distinct mouth odors. Your vet can often make a preliminary diagnois based on your pet's breath. Here are a few examples: 1) a sweet, fruity scent could indicate diabetes, especially if your pet is drinking or urinating more than usual and is losing weight. 2) A urinelike smell might mean kidney disease, particulary if it's accompanied by increased thirst annd urination and decreased appetite. 3) A mouth odor that vets simply describe as foul, when accompanied by vomiting, loss of appetite, swelling of the abdomen or yellowing of the eyes or gums, could indicate a liver disorder.