Dental Month Social Media Posts
Informative social media copy for Facebook to promote dental month services at LRAH.
Dental care is essential for all pets, but especially for senior pets! Dental disease can cause unnecessary pain for your dog or cat and have adverse effects on the heart, liver, and kidneys.
Many of our clients ask if their pet is too old for a dental cleaning. The answer is no! Healthy pets, even senior pets, handle anesthesia quite well. While it’s true that the possibility of organ malfunction increases with age and that senior pets can have systemic health concerns, we have a solution! Our veterinarians will formulate the perfect anesthetic protocol for your senior pet based on pre-operative testing such as bloodwork and urinalysis. For more information on dental cleanings, pre-operative testing, or dental exams, give us a call at (xxx)xxx-xxxx today!
How do you know if your pet has dental disease? There are some signs to watch out for, with bad breath being by far the easiest to notice! Pets with dental disease may also exhibit difficulty eating and sensitivity around the mouth. So if your dog or cat’s breath is getting in the way of having a good cuddle, give us a call to book a dental cleaning or exam!
Did you know that most dogs and cats have some degree of dental disease by the age of three? Of course, daily brushing can help prevent this, but a professional dental cleaning is also an integral part of your pet’s oral health care regime. In fact, around three years of age is the perfect time for your pet’s first dental cleaning. During January and February, we are excited to offer 10% off your pet’s dental procedure! Give us a call at (xxx)xxx-xxxx for estimates or to book an appointment.
How do I get my pet used to tooth brushing?
Start young! If you have a new puppy or kitten, now is the time to get them used to all sorts of things, including tooth brushing!
Start slow! First, you can try putting some pet-friendly toothpaste on the toothbrush and have your pet taste it (these come in all types of yummy flavours). Then, you can touch the toothbrush to your pet’s teeth. Once your pet is used to this, try brushing for short periods. It may take about a month or so for your pet to become comfortable with brushing, but don’t give up!
Provide positive reinforcement to make the brushing experience fun and rewarding! Before and after brushing your pet’s teeth, praise them and play with them. Over time, they will associate brushing with fun!
Lastly, remember to use pet-specific brushes and toothpaste! Human toothbrushes are too wide for your pet’s mouth and won’t fit comfortably. Human toothpaste contains chemicals that are not meant to be swallowed. It probably doesn’t taste too good to pets either!
If you’re still having trouble, don’t worry! We offer in-clinic toothbrushing services and are more than happy to provide toothbrushing demonstrations. If this sounds right for you and your pet, give us a call to book an appointment!
What if you can’t brush your pet’s teeth? What can you do to maintain their oral health?
Feed good quality pet food! Here at Linden Ridge Animal Hospital, we often recommend Hill’s t/d dental diet.
Look for diets, chews, and rinses approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC). Their list of approved products for cats and dogs can be found here: http://www.vohc.org/all_accepted_products.html
Bring your pet in for regular dental check-ups and cleanings. Your veterinarian can help you figure out a schedule that works for you and your pet.
Give us a call at (xxx)xxx-xxxx to book your pet’s dental check-up or cleaning today!