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Good dental hygiene in pets is often
overlooked by pet owners, but it is a very
important part of keeping your pet healthy.
If an animal is having dental problems, it
can affect their overall health. When plaque
and tartar build up on the teeth, bacteria will
grow and eat away at the teeth and gums.
The bacterial infection can then spread and
affect other areas of the body like the kidneys,
heart, liver and joints. Poor dental health can
also cause pain and inflammation of the teeth
and gums which can result in the animal not
wanting to eat and becoming depressed.
Some signs that your pet may be suffering
from poor dental health include:
e bad breath
e excessive drooling
e bleeding, swollen, red or discoloured gums
e broken, chipped, loose or discoloured teeth
e plaque or tartar build up on the teeth
e reluctance to chew or eat
There are a number of products available to
look after and improve your pets dental health.
Special toothbrushes and toothpastes designed
for pets can help remove tartar, plaque and
freshen breath. There are also supplements that
can be added to their water or feed too.
Chew toys are another great option to consider,
as they help to clean teeth, remove food debris
and prevent plaque build-up all while chewing
and playing.
Dental treats are a popular and easy choice
to improve dental health and work with the
chewing motion to help prevent tartar and
plaque build up, freshen breath and reduce
gingivitis. Many complete diets also come with
added dental benefits and there are even some
specially designed dental diets.
It is important to not overlook your pet's dental
health as early intervention and treatment is
always best. With regular veterinary checkups
and at home dental care, serious dental issues
can be avoided and/or managed with minimal
stress on the animal.
PET
DENTAL
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