Horse Dental Care (February is National Dental Month)
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. As with humans, horses benefit from having good oral hygiene and dental care. Dental disease can lead to pain, tooth loss and infection in other organs when bacteria from infected teeth and gums enter the blood stream and circulate throughout the body. “Regular dental care is important to […]
How to Ensure Proper Pet Dental Care
The American Dental Association recommends that people visit the dentist annually to prevent dental problems and even more serious medical problems. According to Dr. Johnathon Dodd, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), who runs the small animal dental suite with Thomas Koenig, registered veterinary technician II […]
Proper Dental Care for Pets
An ounce of prevention may be worth a pound of cure, but when it comes to your pet’s health, practicing good dental care may make a significant difference. In fact, an animal’s teeth may be more important to its overall health than most pet owners realize, says Dr. J.R. “Bert” Dodd, a board certified veterinary […]
Dental Care for Your Four Legged Friend
The American Dental Association recommends that we brush our teeth twice a day, floss daily, and visit our dentist regularly to have teeth cleanings and oral exams. Keeping our teeth clean is vital to our oral health and well being, why should our pets be any different. When was the last time you brushed your […]
