Why your pet needs dental care from the beginning
From the very start of welcoming a cat or dog into your family, prioritizing their oral health is key to keeping your pets happy and healthy.
We love our pets unconditionally and they show us their devotion with wags, whiskers and kisses. We want to keep them healthy and happy, but sometimes they suffer in silence with health problems. Oral health is one area you can easily improve. Here are some important facts about their oral health which may surprise you.
- As in humans, dogs have two sets of teeth in their lifetime. Puppies have twenty-eight deciduous teeth also known as primary, baby, or milk teeth. Adult dogs have forty-two permanent teeth, also known as secondary teeth.
- By the age of three, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease.
- Harmful bacteria cause oral disease, as well as bad breath. Oral disease can lead to chronic health issue including joint problems, kidney disease and worse.
- While good oral health is critical for all cats and dogs, there are certain breeds that are prone to dental disease. This can be due to the anatomy of their heads and mouths, as well as other genetic features.
| Dogs | Cats |
| Chihuahua | Burmese |
| Greyhound | Maine Coon |
| Pug | Persian |
| Shetland Sheepdog | Siamese |
| Yorkshire Terrier | Sphynx |
Top five breeds prone to oral disease
How to easily prioritize your pets oral care
Regularly checking your furry friend’s teeth is one way of ensuring you catch any dental issues before it’s too late! Here are some signs of oral disease to look for:
- Loss of appetite
- Dental pain – your pet might refuse food
- Wincing or yelping each time s/he eats
- Bad breath
- Gum issues – bleeding gum, changes in normal pink colorof gums
- Dark brown buildup on teeth
- Loose teeth
Another preventative measure you can do to support the health of your pet is providing them with an oral-care probiotic – the best way to improve their oral health at home. Enter ProBioraPet! Just one scoop a day of dental-care probiotic ProBioraPet replenishes positive oral bacteria and crowds out the bad. With no odor or taste, your pets will still enjoy their food. Learn more at www.ProBioraPet.com
