Your Guide to Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth At Home

Brushing your pet's teeth is a crucial part of pet dental care

If you’re not paying attention to your pet’s teeth every day, you may be overlooking one of the best and easiest ways to give her a healthy life. Studies show that good dental health can contribute to a longer and healthier life for pets. And what better way to start off a new year than a few simple plans to promote your pet’s oral health.

The best plan you can make is to begin daily tooth brushing. Many pet owners gasp, laugh, or roll their eyes when we make this suggestion, but bear with us! With a few simple tips and tricks, and with commitment, you can make this task easier and more effective than you might think. Brushing your pet’s teeth doesn’t have to be daunting!

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Taking Care of Business: What to do About Bad Breath in Pets

Bad breath in pets is a sign of pet dental disease. Most pet owners are familiar with “doggie breath” or “kitty breath,” but did you know that bad breath in pets can actually be an indication of an underlying health issue? At Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates, we want to help you clear up your pet’s bad breath, while also improving their wellness and longevity!

A Stinky Situation

According to the American Veterinary Dental Association, over 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of dental disease by the age of three. Bad breath is one of the first signs that something is amiss. Continue…

The Perils of Pet Dental Disease

pet dental diseaseIs your dog or cat over 4 years of age? Did you know that by the time our pets reach that age, 85% of them have some form of dental disease, also known as periodontal disease? What causes this problem, and what can we do to keep our pets in the other 15% of this statistic?

Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates unfortunately sees our fair share of dental disease. We’re here with some pet dental disease basics, as well as to help you learn more about how to prevent periodontal disease in dogs and cats.

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