Taking care of your dog’s teeth is just as important as having your own looked after. Providing good oral hygiene will improve the quality of his life and the sooner this is done the better. As they age, dogs will start to have plaque and tartar build-up on their teeth. Bad breath is one sign that this is happening and a visit to your veterinarian is suggested, so that he or she can diagnose your dog’s oral health. Your veterinarian may want to clean your dog’s teeth which requires anesthetic, not to mention high cost. Obviously, loose teeth, ‘pockets’ in the gum, severe gingivitis and other oral diseases require professional care. Depending on the condition, ask if you could clean them yourself as the cost of dog teeth cleaning can be quite high in some areas.
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