Dog Teeth

With so many veterinary oral supplies and products on the market, it can be confusing to try and figure out what to buy for your pets. Luckily, the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC®) is here to help us find products that are scientifically proven to...

Everybody knows that a dog loves to chew toys– what cartoon dog has ever been shown without a bone to chew? Whether it’s a bone, a toy, or a tennis ball, chewing provides entertainment, stress relief, and even some dental benefits. But not all dog...

The holiday season is a time filled with joy, treats, and togetherness. But for pets, this busy season can also pose unique risks to their dental health. From chewing on hard items to potential scuffles with other animals, pets are more vulnerable to dental trauma...

Like people, dogs and cats have diphydont dentition, which means they have two sets of teeth in their lifetime – first, they have deciduous teeth, also known as “baby teeth”, which are then replaced with their permanent adult dentition. Dogs have 42 permanent teeth – 12...