Your pet needs Dental Care

This dental care information is meant for owners of domestic cats and dogs.

It is important to ensure good dental hygiene in pets. Ideally, pet's teeth should be brushed daily, just as in humans. Without proper dental care, your pet could develop bad breath, gum disease and may even loose teeth.

A dental regimen at home can be helful in preventing the above problems and includes:

1. Brushing your pet's teeth

2. Feeding pediatric formulated foods proven to effectively combat plaque and tartar build up

3. Schedule regular veterinary checkups atleast once a year of take your pet for a dental exam if you suspect a problem

Early signs of gum disease gingivitis in pets include--bad breath, pain or bleeding or yellow brown crust of tartar around gumline.

Do not use human toothpaste on your pets teeth. Visit your pet supply store or the veterinarian office for dental products specifically designed for cats and dogs.

Avoid soft, gummy and sugary treats--promotes tooth decay

Remember to take your pet to a veterinarian as soon as you own one.