Is your pet’s dental health a priority?
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Is your pet’s dental health a priority?
Let’s talk about an essential aspect of our furry friends’ well-being that often gets overlooked – dental health! Taking care of your pet’s teeth is just as crucial as any other aspect of their overall health.
Pet Dental Facts:
- 70% of pets experience periodontal disease by the age of 3
- Bad Breath is not normal
- The problem is not always obvious
DENTAL PROBLEMS – that could affect your pet’s health:
- Broken or loose teeth
- Extra or retained baby teeth
- Discoloured teeth
- Tartar-covered teeth
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COMMON DENTAL CONDITIONS – in dogs and cats:
- Plaque – a sticky mixture of bacteria, saliva, and leftover food particles
- Tartar – hard, yellowish-brown substance that accumulates on your pet’s teeth
- Periodontal disease – infection and inflammation of the tissues surrounding the tooth
- Gingivitis – the gums around the teeth become red, swollen and painful
- Stomatitis – a painful inflammation of the mouth
SYMPTOMS TO LOOK OUT FOR – when your pet has dental problems:
- Difficulty breathing or nasal congestion
- Sneezing or coughing
- Excessive drooling
- Pawing at the mouth
- Loss of appetite or reluctance to eat
- Swelling around the face or mouth
- Nasal discharge
- Resistance to having the face or mouth touched
DENTAL HEALTH ISSUES – caused by poor oral hygiene can lead to:
- Dental disease
- Make your pet prone to upper respiratory infections
- Heart disease
- Jaw infections
- Systemic infections
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HOW TO PREVENT ORAL DISEASE – in your pet:
- Regularly brush your pet’s teeth – start from a young age and reward your fur baby afterwards.
- Dental scale and polish when required
- Do follow-up treatments and check-ups with your veterinarian
- Feeding your pet dry food and VOHC approved dental chews
- Use a water additive to fight off bad breath
Your pet’s oral hygiene is just as important as yours!
GIVE YOUR PET THE DENTAL HEALTH THEY DESERVE
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Disclaimer: The information produced by Infurmation is provided for general and educational purposes only and does not constitute any legal, medical or other professional advice on any subject matter. These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Always seek the advice of your vet or other qualified health care provider prior to starting any new diet or treatment and with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you suspect that your pet has a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider.
