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Teeth care important for petsBy Jennifer Gardner
I will admit that it’s not fun to brush my dog’s teeth. It’s not that he bites, but he certainly isn’t a big fan of having me mess with his mouth. So I completely understand that when you hear something like, “Brush your dog’s teeth for better dental health!” that you put it out of your mind. And when it’s bad enough with dogs, dealing with cat’s teeth can be even more challenging.But with February marking National Pet Dental Health Month, it’s a good time to look at how improved dental care can really be worth it.
Why is it so important for your pet to have clean teeth? Beyond the nice side benefit of improved breath, clean teeth mean there’s less bacteria in your pet’s mouth and less plaque buildup. If not removed, the buildup can lead to gum disease, tooth loss and systemic bacterial issues that affect the heart, kidneys and liver. These problems shorten life span and decrease from quality of life. If you’ve ever had a toothache, or problems chewing your food, you understand why that would be unpleasant for your pet.

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