Dental health important for your pets
JUST like humans, pets need regular dental care for their overall health. Dental disease in pets, especially dogs and cats, is a common issue that often goes unnoticed until it causes serious problems.
In August, the team at GV Vets are focusing on dental health awareness in our pets.
“Left untreated, dental issues lead to pain, tooth loss, and can start to affect other vital organs in the body. We would much rather intervene earlier and perform a preventative dental cleaning procedure and help to teach owners how to maintain healthy teeth!” says Dr Frances Jenner at GV Vets.
“Symptoms such as bad breath, red gums, or difficulty eating can indicate a dental problem, but often you don’t realise there’s a problem until you look. This is why routine dental check-ups and veterinary cleaning procedures are essential. Brushing your pet’s teeth at home can also make big difference.”
Investing in your pet’s dental health not only improves their quality of life but also prevents the need for extractions or other more costly treatments down the line.
