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Vets estimate that 85% of dogs over the age of 4 are suffering from some form of dental disease that if untreated can cause serious consequences. Oral hygiene in our pets can often be overlooked, however it is extremely important and can not only cause harm to the pet’s mouth region, but can affect their kidneys, heart or liver.
As pet owners, we here a number of do’s and don’ts when it comes to our furry friends mouth and dental hygiene. We thought we would help debug some myths about pet dental care.
As always, prevention is better than a cure. Try feeding your pet a healthy and nutritious diet, getting advice from your vet is always beneficial. You can also apply pet toothpaste to their chew toys or a rope that you can pull against to help clean your pet’s teeth without using a toothbrush.
Ultimately, getting regular check-ups once a year at the vets will go a long way to improving and maintain your pets dental hygiene.