Yep, it’s Pet Dental Health Month again…a time for all pet owners to remember that their pets’ teeth need attention. Whether that’s at-home care or a dental at the vet’s office, the American Veterinary Medical Association has you covered! The AVMA has posted 2 new videos...
The Animal Emergency Care veterinary hospital in Bellingham, WA has created an informative guide to help pet owners understand the different categories of pain their animals can experience. You can read the full article on their blog, here’s a quick overview. Acute Pain: A noticeable response to...
This handsome guy is Rollie. Rollie was diagnosed with advanced stage 4 periodontal disease and needed extensive dental work, as untreated periodontal disease can lead to pain and serious, even life-threatening, health complications. Rollie's parents applied for a FACE grant to help with the cost of...
Different from periodontal disease, tooth resorption is another type of dental problem that can be common in cats, especially as they age. Tooth resorption occurs when the dentin (the part of the tooth beneath the enamel) in one or more teeth begins to erode. This can...
8-year-old Bubba was recently adopted by his new mom after his previous family was unable to care for him any longer. Unfortunately, he had severe periodontal disease and needed surgery for multiple tooth extractions. Bubba's mom is on disability and had already spent as much as...
Dogs and cats get lots of attention during Pet Dental Health Month, but other pets need dental care too! Here's a video of a veterinarian explaining why checking your rabbit's teeth at home is so important. A rabbit's teeth are constantly growing, and checking for overgrown...
A new large-scale study of canine veterinary health records in the US reveals what many dog owners might be aware of already…very small dogs can have very big dental health issues. The study, published in The Veterinary Journal, looked at 3 million canine veterinary health records...
This little cutie is Chica! Chica is a senior Chihuahua mix who was suffering from advanced gum disease that caused her quite a bit of pain. Chica needed multiple tooth extractions to relieve her pain and allow her to eat comfortably. Chica's loving mom is on...
Join FACE on Friday, July 23, 2021 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Pacific time for a free educational Zoom webinar on veterinary dentistry! Our presenter, Dr. Gerad Cantin of Pacific Coast Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, will discuss the importance of dental care for our pets. ...
This pretty girl is Karma, a 3 year old cat adopted when she was a kitten by her "dad" William. Karma began showing signs of mouth pain and her vet at Banfield Pet Hosptial found that she had two badly abscessed teeth. Karma needed dental surgery...
Teddy is an adorable Schnauzer-Poodle mix. His dad Christopher adopted him from the El Cajon Animal Shelter when he was a puppy. Recently, Teddy began to experience a swollen, painful mouth. His vets at the Bastet Veterinary Hospital told Christopher that Teddy had severe periodontal disease and required...
A large-scale study of dogs in the UK has identified the most common canine health disorders seen by veterinarians. The electronic health data of over 450,000 dogs under veterinary care in the UK was analyzed by researchers conducting this study. Let’s take a look at some key...
The American Animal Hospital Association recently updated its dental care guidelines for veterinary practitioners. They have also created a helpful factsheet for dog and cat owners based on the guidelines. Here’s what you need to know to keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy! Dental disease...
There’s a lot of information out there about the health problems associated with flat muzzles (called brachycephaly) in certain dog breeds such as the Bulldog, Pug, and Shih Tzu. But did you know that flat-faced cats, especially the Persian and the Exotic Shorthair, also suffer...
The American Association of Feline Practitioners has outlined the 6 distinct cat life stages, and what cat owners can do to provide the best care for their cats at each stage of life, from kittenhood to geriatrics. Here’s a quick overview, and be sure to visit...
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and the perfect time to get in the habit of brushing your pet’s teeth (if you don’t already), and scheduling a dental appointment with your veterinarian. Just like your own dental health, your pet’s dental health is important too. ...
FACE held its first-ever cat dental clinic this month, treating four kitties who received past grants for emergency veterinary care, to ensure that these grantees could continue to lead healthy lives. This clinic would not have been possible without the generous assistance of Dr. Carrie...
February is Pet Dental Health Month, a great time to remind dog and cat owners to make sure their pets’ teeth and gums are in good shape. Talk to your veterinarian about bringing your pet in for a dental, may veterinary practices have special deals...
Earlier this month, FACE hosted its first ever doggie dental clinic, in partnership with All Pets Animal Hospital in Encinitas, CA. This clinic benefitted eight of our former grantees…including military veterans and senior citizens. 13 volunteers worked hard on these pups for over 10 hours to...
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? According to the American Veterinary Dental College, the professional association for veterinary dentists, most dogs and cats suffer from periodontal disease by the age of three. Periodontal disease occurs when plaque and tartar build...