Both dogs and cats can suffer from halitosis (bad breath) for a number of reasons. Sometimes it can indicate an underlying medical disease, but most often it is due to plaque and tartar building up in your pet's mouth. The smell is a sign of accumulating deposits on the surface of the teeth; this can eventually lead to gum disease, a serious and potentially very painful condition.
Unfortunately, our pets do not show the same signs of pain as us; they often show more subtle behavioural signs which can be easily missed. The first signs of dental disease include:
Noticing any of the above signs in your pet should prompt a trip to the vets before it progresses.
Regular checks by your vet or vet nurse as well as close monitoring by yourself can detect potential problems before they become serious (and expensive to treat!) We will check for:
It is important to discuss with your vet as to which treatment will be most effective, as often it will depend on the severity of dental disease present. We will help you decide between:
We understand that a lot of pets are old or geriatric by the time they require a dental. Rest assured that we will take various precautions to minimise the anaesthetic risk in these patients.
To find out more, why not book an appointment for a free nurse clinic? One of our nurses will be happy to advise you more specifically on your pet's dental health and hygiene. If they are concerned about your pet’s dental health, you may be advised to arrange an appointment to see a vet.
In addition, any dental work booked within 30 days of your vets’ consultation will be carried out with a 10% discount from the original cost. A healthy dog’s mouth, little tartar is present, and the gum line is pale pink and flush with the base of the teeth.
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