Real Talk About Pet Dental Care

The month of February is recognized as National Pet Dental Health Month, and proper dental care for our furry four-legged friends (many of us consider them to be family members) is very important to overall health and wellness.

The old saying “we are what we eat” is true, and the same can be said for pets, too. What they consume on a daily basis has tremendous impact on their dental health, and as such, should be taken seriously. Implementing a raw pet food diet can help keep a dog or cat's teeth cleaner naturally. If going all raw is not feasible, pet owners can gravitate to a high-quality holistic or organic kibble—supplementing a pet’s diet two to three times a week with raw meaty bone meals of high-protein sources like turkey, chicken or beef to help maintain proper pet dental health. Generally speaking, natural pet food selections work well in maintaining good pet dental health. With many commercial brands, a pet’s teeth can become caked with tartar, and periodontal disease can set in. This can result in costly visits to the vet, not to mention bad breath. Take time to learn more … pets deserve it!

For more information, contact Brenda M. Tobin-Flood, DVetHom, CertCN, at 803-712-4522 or [email protected].