Searching for pet dental care in Northwood? Look no further Blythwood Vets offer an unbeatable service that is designed around you and your pet. Each pet seeing us for pet dental care will be treated specifically for their needs.
Dog dental care in Northwood
Blythwood Vets have unmatched service for dog dental care in Northwood. We understand how important our dogs are to us and we want to do everything we can to to protect them from disease and pain. One thing we can prevent is dental disease. Dental diseases in dogs, cats, and rabbits are all very common. We treat hundreds of pets a year for dental disease. By including some new exercises and methods in your pet’s dental care routine you can protect them from dental disease and ultimately stop them from being in pain.
How would my dog get dog dental disease?
Dogs can contract dental disease for many reasons, over 80% of dogs will suffer from some form of dental disease in their lifetime. One of the main causes of dental disease in dogs is untreated trauma. Dogs use their mouths so much throughout their lives, to eat to drink to carry to play to show affection. This is why it isn’t uncommon for your dog to, at some point, suffer from mouth trauma. They will pick up sticks, stones, play tug of war with toys, and often these activities can chip and crack a dog’s teeth. As soon as you are made aware that your dog has suffered trauma to the teeth you should book an appointment at Blythwood Vets to discuss the next steps and how to protect your dog from further pain and damage. A lack of a dental care routine can lead to poor dental hygiene. Poor dental hygiene is a key factor in a dog developing dental disease. Without having a dental care routine, the plaque will build up around your dog’s tooth. This will result in the tartar on the tooth discolouring the tooth and can cause bad breath. Left untreated this can cause reddening and inflammation of the gums also known as gingivitis. It is vital that you take your dog to the vet as soon as possible, left untreated gingivitis can develop into periodontitis. Periodontitis is uncurable so prevention is key to protect your dog.
Cat dental care in Northwood
Here at Blythwood, we take cat care very seriously. We know bringing your cat to the vet can be traumatic for you and them, so it is useful to know we are a silver accredited cat-friendly clinic. We want to make your cat feel comfortable and safe whilst visiting the clinic for cat dental care in Northwood.
Can I get prevent my cat from getting cat dental disease
The simple answer is yes, cat dental disease is preventable. However dental disease is one of the most common diseases affecting cats and Blythwood Vets treat hundreds of cats every year for cat dental care. Our veterinary nurses are experts in caring for your cat and providing top-quality dental care. Along with our vets, we can help advise you on what to include in your cat dental care routine. We have some top tips to help protect your cat from dental disease. Regular check-ups are key to keeping your cat’s dental hygiene good. Your veterinary nurse will conduct the examination and will suggest treatments and exercises you can do from home. We will always advise cat owners to book their cats in for regular scale and polish appointments. This will further protect the teeth and help the vets be alerted quicker if they notice any dental problems. There are things you can do at home to help your cat stay healthy! You can research cat dental diets which are foods specifically designed to help strengthen and clean the teeth whilst your cat is eating. The second thing you can do is teeth brushing. You can now purchase toothpaste and toothbrushes specifically designed for cats. Brushing their teeth at least once a day can help remove plaque and tartar buildup and improve your cat’s breath.
Rabbit dental care in Northwood
Are you seeking rabbit dental care in Northwood? Contact Blythwood Vets today to book an appointment to see our veterinary nurses about your rabbit dental care. Our veterinary nurses are highly trained in providing rabbit dental care. It is important to keep your rabbit’s dental hygiene good to ensure they don’t suffer.
Top tips for rabbit dental care
Did you know rabbit teeth can grow up to 1cm every month? That is why it is imperative when caring for your rabbit that you stay on top of their dental hygiene. Malocclusion is very common in rabbits. This is where the teeth of the rabbit grow inwards or outwards. Their teeth don’t meet perfectly in their mouth. This can cause a lot of pain for your rabbit and affect their eating habits. We would suggest getting your rabbit's teeth trimmed a minimum of every two months if not more regularly. This will reduce the risk of your rabbit getting malocclusion. We also suggest that you ensure your rabbit always has access to hay and grass. Hay should take up 85% of your rabbit’s diet, this will help naturally wear down the teeth and keep them manageable for their diet. For more information on things, you can do to help your rabbit's dental hygiene contact Blythwood Vets Northwood today.
Contact Blythwood vets today
For more information on all pet dental care in Northwood and Blythwood vets contact the team via our online contact form, email
