The Newsy Neighbour Magazine
February Issue 112
Article Provided By: Pet Planet of Strathmore
Nutrition
1 – Feed your pet nutritious food that is species-appropriate — high
in quality protein and low in carbohydrates. Two good choices are grain-free
and raw.
2 – Give your dog raw bones or high-quality dental chews to help
keep plaque and tartar from forming on their teeth. Do not feed dogs cooked
bones, as they may splinter and, if swallowed, may cause injury to their
digestive tract. Always supervise your dog when they’re enjoying a raw bone or
chew to prevent choking or tooth damage.
Regular
Inspections
3 – Get to know your pet’s mouth by doing regular inspections. Check
for bad breath that’s not food related along with loose teeth, plaque and
tartar build up and unusual lumps or bumps along the gum line or on or under
the tongue.
4 – As part of your pet’s annual check-up, make sure your vet checks
their teeth for any problems. Remember, even if you are diligent about keeping
your pet’s teeth clean, some may still require a professional cleaning by your
veterinarian.
Daily
Brushing
5 – The gold standard for caring for your pet’s teeth is daily
brushing. If, for whatever reason, daily brushing is not possible, there
are several good oral health products on the market, in spray or gel form, that
help keep plaque and tartar from building up on your pet’s teeth.
February is DENTAL MONTH at Pet Planet Ranch Market!
Pet Planet Health
Allison
Allison
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