BY DR. MARTY BECKER Oral disease is the No. 1 health problem in dogs, with as many as 80 percent of dogs showing signs of oral disease by the age of three. What starts out as plaque and tartar (calculus) buildup may progress into diseases such as periodontal disease (gums and bony support structures for [...]
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Dogs need special toothbrush and toothpaste
January 11th, 2011 
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Posted in Pet Blog, Pet Care, Pet Health 
Tags: dental disease, disease, dog, Dogs, health, pet 
No Comments »Pet Health – Dental Disease Is Overlooked
December 20th, 2010 pet-admin Dental disease in pets is actually one of the most common and most overlooked pet diseases. Proper tooth and gum exams are now part of a regular veterinary visit because dental health is an essential aspect of your pet’s long-term health. What are the symptoms of pet dental disease? Bad breath is the most common [...]
Brushing Up on Pet Health – Dentistry for Pets
March 13th, 2010 pet-admin Last month was National Pet Dental Health Month, and in fact, one of the most common problems we see as veterinarians is dental disease. If you’re wondering how your own pets might fare with a look under the hood, take a quick peek yourself. Like us, all cats and dogs get tartar and gingivitis. Unlike [...]
