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DENTAL CARE PACKAGES
Small (under 20 lbs) - $125
Medium (20-40 lbs) - $145
Large (40-60 lbs) - $155
X-Large (65+ lbs) - $165
WARNING SIGNS
Keeping your Pet’s teeth clean is an
important part of his wellbeing. If you’re
taking your pet to a vet for a teeth
cleaning, there are options that don’t
include anesthesia.
Oral hygiene is extremely important and
is probably something you were brought
up doing on a daily basis. But what about
your pet? Keeping your pet’s teeth clean
is a little trickier than caring for your
own. After all, your pet can’t brush their
own teeth and is unlikely to sit still long
enough for you to do it for them every
day.
Whether you brush your pet’s teeth or not,
it is recommended that you have them
cleaned about once per year by a
professional. Many veterinarians
recommend anesthesia for pet teeth
cleaning, but there are other options.
WHAT TO EXPECT
You’ve undoubtedly been to the dentist
before to have your teeth
professionally cleaned, so you have
some idea what to expect. The process
is similar for pets. Most veterinarians
choose to anesthetize pets for the
procedure because they are unlikely to
sit still long enough.
Choose a pet toothpaste your pet likes.
(don’t use human toothpaste) Place a
small amount of toothpaste on your finger,
and offer it to your pet daily for several
days as a reward or treat. This will
condition your pet to view brushing as fun
and rewarding. Once your pet accepts
toothpaste as a reward, use your index
finger to stimulate the brushing motion of
a toothbrush, while praising the pet and
giving the daily dose of flavored
toothpaste.
SAFER EXPERIENCE
Some pets are more sensitive to anesthesia,
making the risk higher especially for small
pets. A thorough dental cleaning for pets
can be a complex procedure, especially if
your pet has advanced periodontal disease
or damaged teeth. However, if your pet’s
teeth are still in fairly good shape, dental
cleaning without anesthesia could be a
better, safer alternative.
Before starting the cleaning, we examine
your pet and make sure they’re a good
candidate and qualify for a cleaning
without anesthesia. We check for any tooth
abnormalities, infection, cavities, and
other signs of disease. If no abnormal
findings are reported or signs of
periodontal disease then your pet qualifies
for our services. We start by removing
large chunks of tartar from the teeth and
cleaning the surface of each tooth.
Including the interior surface and
removing plaque under the gumline. We
use probes to detect early signs of
periodontal disease. From there, the teeth
are polished and treated.
We utilize gentle holding techniques to
ensure safety and comfortability. Patience
and a gentle calm way with animals are
what make our dental cleaning a positive
experience for your pet. Safety is our top
priority.
Position the brush at a 45-degree angle to
the tooth, and make small circular
motions beginning at the back of the pet’s
teeth, moving forward and around to the
other side. Eight to ten strokes are
sufficient for each area.
DENTAL HEALTH
Brushing your pet’s teeth can go a long way
toward preventing dental disease. Some
pets resist brushing, but most eventually
accept it, especially if you start a brushing
routine when your pet is young (10 weeks
to 10 months). Aim at brushing your pet’s
teeth once each day or at least three times
a week.
