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Pet dental health

Wonder how often you really need to brush your pet’s teeth? Here's everything you need to know about caring for their pearly whites.

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Social media ads have given us a lot of hype to chew on. But what’s the reality?

Woman brushing her dog's teeth outside.

Know the facts before you DIY something like this.

Dog getting teeth cleaned at the vet.

Don’t worry—we’re here to help you decode your confusing policy.

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Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

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Track your dog’s oral health with just a few clicks.

four puppies teeth on red Kongs

Because your favorite chair is not a chew toy.

Cat with a toothbrush

Vets explain how fish-flavored toothpastes and nifty finger brushes can prevent more than “tooth fur.”

Woman brushing her small white dog's teeth.

And other tips to make sure your dog’s teeth are as healthy as possible.

Dentist examining a dog's teeth.

Find out if your dog can rock some sick neon bands on their teeth like you did in middle school.

Vet looking at a corgi dog's teeth.

Real talk: Your pup’s dental health is a necessary expense.

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So, you have a new, tiny family member? Well, we’ll help you track their growth, keep an eye on their health, and even predict how not-so-tiny they’ll become. Just add their weight to start.

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Closeup portrait of fun corgi dog laying in the bed, looking at camera.

It probably indicates that something is awry.

Man hugging his large fluffy black dog outside.

Understand the difference to take steps to eliminate them both.

Woman holding her Corgi dog in her lap while she brushes it's teeth.

Everything you need to know about dog tarter and dental health.

Woman brushing cat's teeth.

Health issues that begin in the mouth do not stay in the mouth. Stop them before they start.

Woman brushing her dog's teeth at home.

Some things you can do to keep those chompers sparkling through their senior years.

Woman playing with her dog and his ball outside.

When to see a vet and when you shouldn’t panic.

Woman cleaning her dog's teeth.
Cat grooming itself.

Much to their disappointment, taking care of your cat’s teeth is essential.

Woman playing with her orange cat.

Oof, that is bad.

Cat sticking its tongue out in motion

Dogs rule, cats drool. Like, that’s normal, right?

Outdoor shot of a woman holding her dog.

Those pearly whites need all the attention they can get.

Young Asian woman brushing her cat's teeth.

You have to keep those pearly whites clean. Here are some suggestions for toothpaste that will do the trick.

Woman carefully cleaning a dog in a bathtub.

Spa days can happen at home.

Close up of red headed woman holding a black dog's face showing his teeth

Dogs can suffer from gum disease, too. Here’s how to prevent it.

Christian Siriano with a small yellow dog

The designer created new “houndstoothless” trenchcoats for a good cause.

Owner pets senior ginger cat.

How to spot and how to treat them.

Happy dog with teeth visible, blue sky background

NYC’s top veterinary dentist on bad breath, dental disease, and brushing your dog’s teeth...daily.

Young woman with her senior dog in the autumn park.

Your older dog is the love of your life. Here are some health issues to look out for.

Young female veterinarian in her consulting room performing a medical examination on a pet

How to spot, diagnose, and treat these lesions — cancerous or non-cancerous.

Man leaning away from dog's face outside.

It might be a sign of a bigger issue.

a pair of English cream retriever dogs wiggle around on their backs with big grins on their faces

Here are four common dental problems your pup might face and how to treat them.

A dog getting his face scrubbed with soap.

This pantry staple is about to become your new secret cleaning weapon.

Dog in the grass outside chewing on a bully stick

Two experts—a veterinary dentist and internist—rate the most popular dog bones.

A smiling man with short black hair sitting on the grass outside leaning on his Dalmatian dog who is also smiling showing clean teeth

The toothbrushes, dental wipes, and breath fresheners that’ll keep your pup smiling.

Photo of small terrier dog outside int he sun with mouth open, teeth and tongue visible

A new study finds that small dog breeds are at higher risk for dental disease.

A person holding a dogs mouth open showing its braces.

Braces are actually the most gentle way of dealing with your dog’s malocclusion (aka a “bad bite”).

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