Dog Health Care Article – Who Else Wants Their Dog to Have Clean, Healthy Teeth?
Dogs are also susceptible to tooth and gum disease, just like their human owners. They get cavities, buildups of plaque or tartar, chipped or broken teeth, and gum disease. A regular dental routine, just as a regular grooming routine should be introduced at an early age to help prevent problems in the adult years. In addition to the annual check by your veterinarian a dog’s owner should check and clean their dog’s teeth regularly. Start by gently pulling back the dog’s lips and check the gums and teeth. Healthy gums are firm and pink. Pale gums may indicate problems, relating to tooth or health problems and should be checked. If the gums have sores or swellings, this also should be checked by your veterinarian. The teeth should be free from stains and buildup of plaque or tartar. Check for broken or chipped teeth and sores on the tongue. If you notice any of these problems your dog should be seen by your veterinarian. To start your teeth cleaning routine, you must first get your dog co
