February is National Pet Dental Health month, a time when pet owners are reminded that routine oral care is an important aspect of their animal’s well-being. Just like their small
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Celebrated every February, National Pet Dental Health month aims to bring awareness the importance of oral health care for pets.
In addition to bad breath, poor oral health can contribute to damage to the teeth and gums as well as periodontal disease, which can negatively impact the kidney, liver, and heart muscle.
One common type of periodontal disease, known as gingivitis, causes inflammation of the gums around the teeth and can act as a wake-up call for owners to pay attention to their pet’s pearly whites before more serious conditions develop.
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Bienvenidos to my monthly column! I am super excited this time around, because this column marks my one year anniversary of contributing to Dallas Voice as a writer! It has been such an honor to be a part of this amazing publication, and I look forward to continuing to be a part of it and, hopefully, continuing to change lives.
As some of you may know, February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Dental disease is one of the most common diseases in dogs and cats. In fact, it is so common that it is rare to see an adult dog or cat that does not have any signs of dental disease.