What would happen if you didn’t care for your teeth? Dental check ups x-rays, cleanings… Do you get a “yuck mouth” image in your mind? You know, kind of like those Saturday afternoon monsters with the nasty teeth and breath? The same thing can happen to your pet if it does not get regular dental care.

 

Periodontal Disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats! 

 

** They have the bad breath, yellow-brown teeth, and pain! Yes, your pet feels the pain of a sore tooth just as you might. This pain may cause them to even stop eating. Infections of the gums and tooth decay can spread to the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys where it can do more damage! 

 
The following pictures are actual before and after photos taken by members of the 
Veterinary Support Personnel Network:

 

                                                              
 
    Early-stage Gingivitis                            Early-stage Gingivitis
       (Before cleaning)                                      (After Cleaning) 

                     

     Severe Gingivitis                                        Severe Gingivitis
     (Before Cleaning)                                        (After Cleaning)

 

 

 Pet Toothbrushes and Pet Toothpaste (chicken flavored) that can be used for both cats and dogs. This is a special toothpaste that is meant to be swallowed – unlike the toothpaste we use for our own dental hygiene.

 

  

    

Hard, edible bones are also a good way to keep your pets teeth clean also. The crunching of the bone helps to 
rid their teeth of debris. 

                                         

Hard foods are excellent also, as long as the kibble is the right size for your pet. If the kibble is too small it might lodge in between your pets teeth – and since most of our pets do not floss that one kibble could be the start of tooth decay.