Buddy's Story

Angela
Feb 16, 2021
1 min read

Updated: Mar 1

Buddy is a senior boxer mix whose world changed overnight when his caregiver became gravely ill.

Friends stepped in. A rescue stepped up. And Buddy was gently carried into a second chance.

It was immediately clear that Buddy had been struggling for a long time.

He had cancerous tumors (thankfully removed with clean margins 🙏🏽), but the more urgent crisis was hidden inside his mouth.

The Reality of Advanced Dental Disease

Buddy’s “bad breath” wasn’t just unpleasant.

It was severe, systemic infection.

His teeth were decaying below the gumline. The level of infection and inflammation required specialty intervention and extensive dental treatment. His veterinary bills have already surpassed $1,500 — with ongoing care.

Dental disease is not cosmetic.

It impacts:

Heart health
Kidney function
Liver stress
Overall immune burden

This is what chronic plaque buildup can lead to when it progresses unchecked.

Why We Talk About Chewing So Much

When we recommend:

Raw meaty bones
Freeze-dried chews
Beef straps
Natural enrichment options

We’re not being trendy.

We are trying to support:

Mechanical plaque removal
Gum stimulation
Saliva production
Natural oral balance

Chewing is biological. Dogs are designed to grind, tear, and scrape.

When that instinct is removed, plaque accumulates.

A Gentle Reminder

This isn’t about shame.

It’s about awareness.

Dental disease is one of the most common — and most preventable — health challenges in dogs.

Whether you choose raw feeding, gently dehydrated options, or simply incorporate biologically appropriate chewing into your routine… small steps make a massive difference.

Buddy got a second chance.