Tips to Improve Your Pet’s Dental Health

February is Pet Dental Health Month. While it may not be the most exciting month to celebrate, it is one of the most important. Dental disease affects up to 80% of pets over the age of three, and just like humans, there can be serious consequences of poor dental health.

Bad breath in pets – especially dogs – is often the butt of jokes, but it’s no laughing matter. Bad breath may be a warning sign of dental disease for pets, which can lead to heart, liver and kidney problems. Without a regular dental regime, dogs and cats may begin to show signs of oral disease by the age of three!

Protect your pets with regular check-ups, and follow these tips to establish and at-home dental care routine for your pets.

To help protect and improve your pet’s dental health:

• • Teeth Brushing
    • Brushing your pet’s teeth is an excellent way to prevent plaque buildup.
  • Tooth Wipes
    • For those that are unable to brush teeth or simply want to switch up their cleaning techniques, pet dental wipes are a great solution!
  • Dental Treats
    • Dental treats are made specifically to remove plaque buildup, and often contain ingredients that freshen breath and clean your pet’s mouth
  • Dog Chews
    • The act of chewing actually benefits your dog’s oral health, in and of itself, regardless of what is being chewed on. The gnawing scrapes plaque off your dog’s teeth, and many all-natural chews made from meat contain enzymes that help promote dental health.