Not exact matches
Indications that your
pet might be in need of dental care would include the presence of a red stripe along the
gum line, unpleasant odor from the mouth, reluctance to chew, change in chewing behaviors, inability to see the teeth due to calculus accumulation, reluctance to allow home care, broken teeth, discolored teeth, loose teeth, draining or swelling
around the face or jaw, decreased appetite, swellings or enlargements of the oral tissues, difficulty in swallowing, rubbing the face with a paw (sometimes resulting in eye irritation), rubbing the face on the carpet, and other signs as well.
Eventually, calculus forms, further irritating the
gums, allowing infection to progresses and destroy the attachment
around your
pet's teeth.
Eventually, calculus forms, further irritating the
gums, causing infection that progress to destroy the attachment
around your
pet's teeth.
When tartar builds up
around the roots of your
pet's teeth, it can cause
gum infections and tooth loss.
In addition, buildup or darker areas on your
pet's teeth, particularly
around the
gum - line, is another indicator that you should have your
pet's dental health evaluated.
When plaque isn't removed from your
pet's teeth, it collects there and
around the
gum line and within a few days hardens into tartar.
Wrap a moist gauze bandage
around your index finger and get your
pet used to having teeth and
gums rubbed.
Here is a list of common household and yard items which are
pet poison hazards: In the Kitchen Toxic foods: chocolate,
gum / Xylitol, grapes / raisins, onions, garlic, chives, leeks, nuts, bones, caffeine - including coffee grounds, alcohol, fruits with pits
Around the House Cleaning products: oven cleaner, bleach, detergents Medicines: vitamins, prescription and most OTC medications.