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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.

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.

four puppies teeth on red Kongs

Because your favorite chair is not a chew toy.

Ask a Vet

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.

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.

Growth Charts

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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Young Asian woman brushing her cat's teeth.

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Woman carefully cleaning a dog in a bathtub.

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

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Cat with a toothbrush

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

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.