🐾 Why You Should Clean Your Pet’s Teeth (For Dogs, Cats, and Small Pets)

🐾 Why You Should Clean Your Pet’s Teeth

🦷 1. Prevent Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease)

• Gum disease is extremely common in pets—especially after age 3.

• Plaque hardens into tartar, leading to swollen gums, tooth loss, and chronic pain.

• In cats and small animals, dental issues can develop quietly and quickly.

💩 2. Avoid Bad Breath (Halitosis)

• Bad breath is usually a sign of bacteria and infection in the mouth.

• Regular cleaning keeps your pet’s mouth healthier—and way more pleasant to snuggle with!

❤️ 3. Protect Their Heart, Kidneys & Liver

• Oral infections can spread through the bloodstream, affecting organs like the:

  • Heart (endocarditis)

  • Kidneys

  • Liver

• This is especially true for senior pets or those with immune conditions.

🐾 4. Prevent Pain & Eating Issues

• Dental problems can make eating painful or difficult—your pet may:

  • Avoid hard food

  • Drop food from their mouth

  • Lose weight or become irritable

• Cats may show subtle signs like pawing at their mouth or hiding.

🏥 5. Save on Expensive Vet Bills

• Dental cleanings under anaesthesia can be costly.

• Preventative care (like brushing or dental treats) is a much cheaper long-term option.

How to Care for Your Pet’s Teeth

• Brush several times a week with pet-safe toothpaste

• Use dental chews, toys, or water additives

• Have your vet do regular mouth checks (especially for cats and rabbits)

• Never use human toothpaste—it’s toxic to animals!

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