August is Pet Dental Month
August is officially pet dental month. While it is as good a time as ever to draw your attention to your pet's dental health, it is important to stay on top of your pet's dental needs every single day. Their teeth are much like yours. However, if your pet begins to lose teeth as it ages, there are no replacement options. That is why you need to do what you can to protect your pet from potential dental issues.
There are many ways you can improve your pet's dental health at home, although you will still need professional teeth cleaning services from your veterinarian from time to time. If you’re looking for a veterinary clinic that offers pet dental services, our staff here at Dessau Veterinary Clinic is here to help.
What You Can Do at Home
There are many ways you can improve your pet's dental health at home. You can start by brushing your pet’s teeth every day. They probably aren't going to it much at first, but if you keep with it every day it will get better and your pet may even begin to enjoy it.
You should also feed your pet teeth cleaning treats. Some treats are made specifically for cleaning your pet’s teeth. These treats have bumps and grooves that get between the teeth. For dogs, bones can also serve this purpose. When pets chew dental treats, it helps to strengthen their teeth and gums while also removing plaque.
Teeth Cleaning
Even with regular brushing, you should still take your pet in to have its teeth cleaned professionally every six months or so. It is no different from how you should be treating your own teeth. An added benefit having your pet’s teeth cleaned is that its breath will be much better. Bad pet breath will be a thing of the past.
Schedule Your Pet's Teeth Cleaning Today
Brushing your pet's teeth and giving them teeth cleaning treats is a great way to help improve their dental health and remove plaque buildup. However, these methods only go so far. This is where a visit to your local veterinary clinic can help. Our staff here at Dessau Vet Clinic can assist you by providing dental services in addition to the rest of our veterinary offerings. If you need pet dental care in Austin, TX, or the surrounding area, call Dessau Veterinary Clinic at (512) 339-3177 or request an appointment online.