Cats - Dental care - your pet's teeth and gums

Halitosis, also called bad breath, is described as an offensive odour originating from the mouth of our pets. Bad breath is a very common reason pet owners bring their pets in to see us at the vet clinic.

Approximately 85% of dogs and cats aged over four years have issues with their teeth and gums, so it’s good to know what to look for to keep their oral health in order. Dental disease happens quickly

Brushing your pet’s teeth is one of the best ways to keep their teeth and gums healthy. It’s a good idea to introduce teeth brushing when your pet is young, but if you have an older dog or cat, a bit

Dental disease can progress quickly through four stages, from mild gum disease through to heavy plaque, swollen gums and bleeding. Find out how to tell if your pet has dental disease.

Imagine if you had never brushed your teeth before. Horrible isn’t it? Well the same goes for our furry family members, they need their pearly whites feeling fresh and clean just like humans do.

Your pet's oral health is a key element in their overall health and wellbeing, and can impact far more than their teeth and gums. From dental disease to serious liver and kidney infections, there are many reasons oral health is important in your pets.

Your cat's dental health is just as important as your own, and brushing your feline buddy's teeth is the most effective way to healthy oral hygiene – but, as most cat owners would know, that's easier said than done!