Good oral hygiene is not only important for people, but our furry family members as well. Harmful bacteria can grow in our pet’s mouths when we don’t take proper steps to keep their oral hygiene a priority. Studies have determined that proper dental care for our pets can increase their lifespan by as much as 25%. With that much time with your pet at stake, you can trust the experienced doctors at Holland Veterinary Hospital to care for your pet’s dental needs.
Bacteria such as tartar and plaque can begin to form in pets as young as one year of age. Without proper brushing and polishing, dogs and cats show signs of gum disease and tooth decay due to lack of proper dental care by the age of four years. Left unchecked, these bacteria can ultimately not only cause problems to your pet’s teeth, but their lungs, kidney and even heart as well. Periodontal disease is one of the most common reasons people ultimately bring their dogs and cats to a veterinarian.
Typically the first sign of dental diseases is bad breath. The compassionate doctors at Holland Veterinary Hospital will show you a number of ways to stay on top of clean teeth and healthy gums with at home. Our doctors will counsel you on products to use at home including chew toys, food, treats and teeth brushing kits to keep tooth decay and gum disease at bay. If our doctors determine that your pet is suffering from periodontal disease, Holland Veterinary Hospital offers full dental cleaning and extraction services at our clinic.
If you feel your pet is suffering from unusual bad breath or dirty teeth please contact one of our caring staff to set up an examination. Our experienced and caring doctors have cared for the teeth of hundreds of pets, and are ready to care for your pet as well!