Caring for your pet's teeth is so important for the health of his mouth. Learn useful tips help your pet stay happy and healthiest it can be.

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Taking Care of Your Dog's Teeth the
Right Way
Do you know that dental issue is an invitation to many problems? You need to
check your pet's teeth and gums with your vet once in a year to detect the
early sign of any dental disease to keep your pet's teeth healthy and shiny.
An Adult dog has as much as 42 teeth while an adult cat has 30 teeth. Different
teeth perform a variety of task like grooming, Grasping and killing the prey,
and crushing and shearing of meat from prey's bones.
Some Common Facts You Should Know
Dental disease is commonly seen in pets older than 3 years.
Carnivore's diet and eating habit help your pet to keep their teeth strong and
clean.

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A common diet of a domestic pet like Commercial dry or canned foods do not
perform the same task to keep their teeth clean and strong.
Plaque and gingivitis are extensively seen in a dental problem.
Some other serious harm associated with the dental issue is an infection in
heart, liver, and kidneys. In some cases, it also causes an inflammation in joints
and other areas.
What Are The Symptoms Of Dental Disease
Several changes in your pet can help you to identify the dental problem. They
are:
 Bad breath
 Pain around or in their mouth
 Avoiding the food
 Bleeding from the mouth
 Loose or broken teeth
 Discolored teeth
 Dropping food while eating
Some pets get irritated of dental issue. If you come across any abnormality in
their behavior visit your vet as soon as possible.
How To Maintain The Oral Hygiene?
Food: Food has a significant impact on a pet's dental health. A dental biscuit or
a kibble size and shape help to clean your pet's teeth. It removes tartar and
plaque when chewed.

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Chews And Bones: Various products available on the market encourages your
pet to chew, it enhances the cleaning of teeth resulting to a healthy teeth in
long run. Fresh raw meat or any other animal product can aid the hygiene of
the mouth.
Brushing: Just like humans brush their teeth, pets like cats and dog's are also
to be brushed regularly to protect them. Brushing off a pet's teeth can remove
plaque and stimulates the gums to keep the teeth healthy. Prior to brushing
your pet's visit your vet to know the sensitive areas of your pet's mouth. It will
help you to take care of those areas when you brush your pet's .
Regular Check-Up- A regular check-up should be done especially for older
pets. A dental wellness check up once a month can protect your pet's teeth in
a long run. Check the farthest back teeth that are often the source of a dental
problem.
Foot Note To Remember: There are many products available on the market
that you can buy for the wellness of your pet's teeth. It includes a toothbrush,
chewable products, and bones for teeth cleaning. Before applying any of the
products in use, first, consult your vet and take their advice.