February: National Pet Dental Health Month

Dental disease is the most common ailment affecting our dogs and cats.


Unfortunately, dental disease often goes untreated.  Dental disease, also called periodontal disease, starts with mildly inflamed gums.  Eventually the inflammation worsens, painful infection sets in, and the bone surrounding the pet's teeth is eroded away - leaving loose teeth behind.

 
The good news:  Dental disease can be prevented!
 
Follow this link to learn more...  Healthy Dog & Cat Mouths
 

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Comment by Diane Powell on February 3, 2011 at 8:47pm

Thanks Dr. Z for this great information.  I hope lots of folks watch the video on how to brush dogs teeth.

I might use the smaller end of Louise's tooth brush to see if she likes it better. 

Dr. Cathy

My dog licks the furniture constantly. What is this about?

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