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...
Many pet owners have experienced that moment when their dog or cat leans in for a snuggle, only for them to recoil at the smell of their breath. While it might be tempting to dismiss bad breath as a common and harmless issue, it’s important...
The normal color of a healthy dog or cat tooth is the same as it is for people – a shiny, creamy white or off-white. While dogs don’t have the problem of staining from too much coffee or red wine, that doesn’t mean their teeth...
In recent years, a new trend has been popping up – companies advertising “Anesthesia Free Dentals” for pets. These procedures are not recommended and can even be worse than doing nothing at all. How can that be? Problems with Anesthesia Free Dental Cleanings Anesthesia free dentals focus...
If only pets could talk and tell us when they had a toothache! But dogs and cats are exceptionally good at hiding pain. They eat to survive, and they always put on a happy face (or tail!) for the people they love most. Dogs and...
Retired racing greyhounds make excellent pets and there are many rescue organizations that help find loving homes for these dogs. However, it is important to note that Greyhounds are unique among larger breeds in that they have a predisposition to periodontal disease. Often these dogs...
