Cats are unique, not only in their behavior but also their medical needs. Amongst our pets, they are probably the closest to their wild counterparts. That doesn’t mean that they don’t benefit from medical care, but it does mean that they are very good at...
Dogs and cats can get infected teeth for a variety of reasons including a broken tooth that gets bacteria inside of it, a dead tooth and periodontal disease. The symptoms can include facial swelling, a wound on the face that won’t heal or bad breath....
As a dedicated pet owner, you understand the importance of keeping your furry friend healthy and happy. However, some conditions that can pose significant health risks—such as oral-nasal fistulas—are not very well known. This article explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for oral-nasal fistulas...
A few weeks ago, we posted a blog describing the most common reasons why a dog or cat might not be able to open their mouth. The opposite condition, the inability to close the mouth, can also occur for a variety of reasons. While a...
Although it’s not very common, sometimes a cat or dog may not be able to open their mouth fully. Not only is that inconvenient, but it can also be painful and potentially dangerous. The inability to open the mouth can make it difficult to eat...
Tooth resorption can occur in dogs (and people!) as well, but it is one of the most common dental conditions seen in cats. Teeth are composed of a pulp chamber, dentin, and enamel. The pulp chamber contains the nerve and blood supply of the tooth,...
Most adult dogs have 42 teeth – 12 incisors, 4 canines, 16 premolars, and 10 molars. This is ten more teeth than most adult humans! However, sometimes there may be fewer than normal teeth visible in the mouth. Let's take a look and what can...
One of the most painful and frustrating conditions to treat in cats is feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS) also known as caudal stomatitis, faucitis, or just stomatitis. FCGS affects adult cats and results in inflammation of the soft tissues in the mouth, both the gums, and...