If you are seeking pet dental care in Bushey contact Blythwood vets. Our highly skilled veterinary nurses and practitioners are experts in pet dental care. We understand the pain that can be caused by dental disease and wants to do everything we can to further protect pets.
Dog dental care in Bushey
Blythwood Vets are one of the top veterinary practices offering dog dental care in Bushey. We have a dedicated team who are trained to spot symptoms of dental disease and provide the treatments that best suit the individual dog and their owners.
Know the dog dental disease symptoms
Spotting the signs that your dog may have dental disease and taking them to Blythwood Vets will prevent them from being in pain for a long period of time and could stop them from getting Periodontitis which is irreversible. There is a couple of tell-tale signs that your dog may have dental disease. These include physical signs such as bleeding from the mouth, swelling around and in the mouth, excessive drooling, and if your dog is losing teeth. If you notice any of these signs take your dog to the vet immediately. You may also observe that your dog is eating less, refusing to eat, eating to one side, or dropping their food whilst eating more regularly. The other signs that your dog may be exhibiting are bad breath also known as halitosis, inflamed or red gums also known as gingivitis, discoloured teeth, or the visible build-up of tartar on your dogs’ teeth. If you are made aware of your dog having any of the above symptoms it is important you book a vet’s appointment immediately to determine what the problem is and find the right cure that best suits your dog.
Cat dental care in Bushey
Here at Blythwood Vets, your cat’s dental hygiene is as much of a priority as every other routine and preventative treatment. Dental disease is common amongst cats as tartar buildup can occur if your cat doesn’t have a dental hygiene routine. The buildup of tartar can result in gum disease and tooth decay.
Why will my cat get cat dental disease
Cats can develop dental disease for a number of reasons and are one of the most common diseases seen and treated by vets every year. The most common form of dental disease cats experience is gingivitis. Gingivitis is the reddening of the gums or inflammation of the gums. Although this is treatable if left untreated gingivitis can progress into periodontitis which is irreversible. Cats can also suffer from Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLS) which can affect 75% of cats. Although the cause is unknown, part of the cat’s tooth is eaten away by the tooth itself. Once this happens it will form a small hole in the enamel close to the line of the gum. Age, diet, and retained baby teeth are common causes of dental disease in cats. Dental disease is much more common in older cats, that is due to years of dental hygiene neglect. Natural wear and tear, trauma, and tartar build-up over years result in dental disease in cats. Following on from that diet is the main factor that can contribute to your cat getting dental disease. Certain cat foods contain more ingredients that promote plaque and tartar buildup. For more information on cat dental diets call the practice for advice on 020 8950 2002. Finally retained baby teeth can cause cats many issues. Your cat's baby teeth should be falling out around 3 months (every kitten is different if you are concerned contact us today). If your kitten hasn’t lost their baby teeth at the correct time, they are known to trap food and bacteria. This bacteria is what will result in your cat getting dental disease. It isn’t uncommon for vets to recommend the removal of baby teeth.
Rabbit dental care in Bushey
Rabbit’s teeth vary from other pets’ teeth such as dogs and cats. Rabbits are far less likely to suffer from gum disease. Rabbit’s teeth will never stop growing which is one of the reasons why rabbits are prone to dental disease. If you are seeking rabbit dental care in Bushey book an appointment at Blythwood Vets today. Our specialist veterinary practitioners can assess your rabbit’s dental hygiene and create a rabbit dental care plan to prevent issues in the future.
How do I prevent my rabbit from getting rabbit dental disease?
There are many things you can do to improve your rabbit’s dental hygiene and prevent dental disease. We can’t stress enough the importance of having regular rabbit dental care checkups. Not only will regular appointments provide not only an in-depth picture of your rabbit’s overall dental hygiene but will effectively highlight when there is a dental problem. It is important when owning a rabbit, you regularly take them to get their teeth trimmed. Failure to do so can cause your rabbit to get malocclusion. Malocclusion (when the rabbit’s front teeth don’t meet perfectly and grow wonky) will cause your rabbit much pain and will prevent them from being able to eat properly. A well-balanced diet will also prevent your rabbit from getting dental disease. A rabbit’s diet should consist of 80%-85% of hay, this means roughly they should eat their body size in hay. If a rabbit sticks to this diet it will encourage a healthy gut, increase grinding and promote healthy dental wear.
Contact Blythwood vets today
If you need any type of pet dental care in Bushey contact Blythwood Vets. Our team are here to help you and your pets! To book an appointment or for tips and advice contact us via the online contact form, by telephone 020 8950 2002 or by email
We also help pets across the North London region, including Middlesex, Northwood, Stanmore & many more.
