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| We have contacted some of the best Veterinarians in the area to give you helpful tips for you and your dog. |
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| Dental Care! |
| This aspect of pet care is just as important as vaccines and heartworm prevention. Tarter, gingivitis, bad breath, tooth loss: These are PREVENTABLE. If dental care is neglected other organs will be affected. Many dogs often develop tooth abscesses, heart valve disease, heart murmurs, lung and kidney disease as a result of mouth infection that spreads. There are several options for dental care. 1) Daily tooth brushing is best. Use pet toothpaste and a soft toothbrush. (Human toothpaste can upset a pet's stomach). If you brush the teeth at least 2-3 times per week you are still helping This can be fun and quality time spent with your dog! 2) Oral care diets. These foods have very large pieces of kibble that help to "brush" the teeth when chewed. These foods can be the primary diet or mixed in with your pet's regular food. 3) Oral hygiene rinse. These products contain anti-bacterial and anti-plaque agents that may reduce tartar buildup and improve the "doggy breath". 4) Nylabones/Dentabones etc. Some chew toys will help to "brush" the teeth as well. 5) Veterinary dental exams. Dogs and cats age much faster than humans. Most pets would benefit from annual dental cleanings done by the veterinarian. If the cleanings are done regularly as a prevention, the risk of associated diseases is reduced. This is good news because it means less anesthetic risk and a much shorter anesthetic procedure. Talk to your veterinarian about any concerns you might have. |