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Learn why dog dental health is essential. Discover expert tips on brushing, dental chews, warning signs, and when to schedule a cleaning.

Dogs with healthy bodies do a great job of fighting off infections; but sometimes their immune systems are overwhelmed, and your pup gets sick. While we never want to think about our fur babies being ...

Q: "My Shih Tzu is 12, has some minor health problems, but also has dental problems. Our veterinarian wants to clean and polish his teeth. I am worried about putting him under anesthesia at his age.

Making sure our furry friends stay healthy matters just as much, and when it comes to daily habits that can have a big impact over time, dental care sits high on the list. 🐶 SIGN UP to get ...

Our nine-year-old Retriever went in for his annual checkup and the vet found a badly cracked tooth. I was told it was likely due to his chewing on something very hard. He does love to chew on large ...

Editor’s note: This Q&A has been lightly edited. Dogs should ideally have their teeth brushed daily. If you cannot brush, gauze or even dental wipes can be used to wipe the teeth. This helps remove ...

Greenstein called it simple physics. “When a bone is harder than a tooth is strong, a tooth is bound to break or get damaged in process of gnawing and chewing,” she said. Dental fractures are a common ...