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When presenting their feline or canine family members, our clients will often direct our attention to the teeth. Chipped, broken, fractured, or worn teeth can be a source of pain and infection for pets, and should be evaluated by your veterinarian promptly.  A minor...

Written by Emily Sullivan, DVM. Nobody likes bad breath in a dog or cat. The medical term for bad breath is halitosis. Beyond being unpleasant to smell, halitosis can also signal potential health concerns for your pet. In order to combat halitosis, it is helpful to...

Written by Kristen Patterson, DVM. It can be daunting to consider the task of brushing your pet's teeth daily, but the many benefits make the effort very important to their health. Brushing helps reduce the accumulation of plaque and tartar, which are associated with...

If you could do ONE thing to help your pet to live a longer and healthier life would you do it? Of course you would do it, and you can do it. Dental disease is the top treatable disease in adult dogs and cats. It is painful and can predispose them to heart disease,...

Written by Farrell Campbell, DVM. It might surprise some readers of this article that cats don't brush their teeth. Although our feline companions are stereotypically fastidiously clean creatures, they seem to have not picked up the importance of dental hygiene. As a...

Oral Care for your new family member Getting a new puppy and kitten is an exciting and busy time. There is a lot to introduce and teach your new pet. One important aspect of health care to include in this exciting adventure is dental care. This includes introducing...

Why do dogs chew? We all know dogs love to chew. Puppies chew to soothe their gums when they are teething and chewing continues to be a soothing behavior for many dogs during their lives.  Chewing is also a natural way to keep teeth clean and healthy. One danger of...

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance: 3 Ways to Memorialize Your Pet August 28 is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day—as if you needed a special holiday to celebrate the memory of your beloved pet. However, this day helps commemorate the wonderful life you shared with your companion...

Hit the Trails: Camping Safety for Your Pet As summer fades into fall, there’s no better time to get outdoors and enjoy a camping trip with your furry pal. Experience the delight of the changing leaves, a toasty campfire, and a fuzzy blanket keeping you warm in your...