Intermountain Pet Hospital Blog

Intermountain Pet Hospital's blog provides tips and ideas to help make life more enjoyable for you and your pet.

Posts about Dog Dental Health

My Dog Won't Let Me Brush His Teeth, Now What?

Posted by Nikki Wardle on February 15, 2023 at 9:00 AM

You've tried everything to get Fido to let you brush his teeth. Begging, pleading, and yes, even hog-tying your pup, and still, he fights it every single time. It's exhausting, we know.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

6 Signs Your Dog or Cat May Need a Dental Cleaning

Posted by Nikki Wardle on January 23, 2023 at 9:35 AM

Our pet’s dental health is not something most of us think about every day. But dental health issues can lead to discomfort, pain, and a myriad of other health problems.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

A Pet Dental Cleaning - From Fido's POV

Posted by Nikki Wardle on October 11, 2022 at 9:00 AM

Can I just say that I love my veterinarian. She’s the best. Mom says her name is Dr. Willis and we’re going to go see her today. On the way to my appointment Mom lets me put my head out the window which is truly bliss.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

How to Brush a Dog’s Teeth

Posted by Nikki Wardle on February 10, 2022 at 9:54 AM

February is Pet Dental Health Month, which is a big deal to everyone at Intermountain Pet Hospital. Over the years, we've heard all the reasons why people don't brush their dog's teeth. The most common is "my dog won't let me brush his teeth." Since brushing your dog's teeth is so important and shown to be 80% effective in preventing dental disease, we're going to give you three easy steps to follow to get your pup to love getting his teeth brushed.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

I Think My Dog Has an Abscessed Tooth - What Can I Do?

Posted by Nikki Wardle on October 15, 2020 at 9:00 AM

We talk a lot about periodontal disease, and the importance of good dental health for all pets. And for good reason, it is one of the most common medical diseases for pets in America. It’s estimated that by the age of three, 80% of dogs have some sort of active dental disease. If dental disease persists long enough, your pooch is in real danger of getting an abscessed tooth.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

6 Reasons Why We Do Not Do Anesthesia-free Dental Cleanings

Posted by Nikki Wardle on January 29, 2020 at 4:17 PM

Our veterinarians are frequently asked during regular visits about if we can do anesthesia-free dental cleanings.  Dr. Bingham state that he alone gets that question weekly. It's a question that loving pet owners think about a lot. The answer is: while some clinics do, we do not. We're going to go over the reasons why.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

Is the Cost of Cleaning Your Pets Teeth Worth it?

Posted by Nikki Wardle on February 5, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Our pets can’t verbally communicate when their teeth ache, or when it hurts to chew. And you can’t usually tell that your dog has dental issues until it has gotten to a serious point.

If you ask your veterinarian if they recommend a dental cleaning, the answer will always be, “Yes.” Always.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth: How to Turn a Hater Into a Lover in 4 Steps

Posted by Nikki Wardle on February 20, 2018 at 9:00 AM

Are you brushing your dog’s teeth daily? Weekly? Even occasionally? If you’re not committing to this vital part of your pet owner responsibilities, it’s nearly a guarantee that you and your dog will pay for it. Your dog could already be living with daily pain as a result of dental disease, and the longer you wait to schedule your dog’s dental exam and start taking care of their teeth, the more likely you are to end up with issues.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health, Dog Dental Health

Don’t Forget to Brush Your Pet Teeth Everyday

Posted by Nikki Wardle on October 30, 2017 at 9:00 AM

Do you break out in a cold sweat just imagining brushing Fido's teeth? It's understandable, especially when you catch a glimpse of those needle-sharp canines and inscisors—even on your friendly dog, they can look pretty ferocious.

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Topics: Dog Dental Health

Congratulations Bingo for Winning the Free Dental Cleaning!

Posted by Nikki Wardle on April 4, 2017 at 9:00 AM

Because we met our goal of 70 dental cleanings during National Pet Dental Month (a.k.a. February to most people), we are happy to announce that Bingo, a sweet 9 year-old Pomeranian, will be getting his chompers polished up at no cost.  

Meet Bingo

Bingo was found near Lake Lowell in Nampa by a family that was on their way to visit grandparents. (Later, this family would find out Bingo was lost due to his owner being in the hospital.) He was trotting along the road, and they scooped him up so a car wouldn’t hit him. He was covered in feces, mud and sticks. The family went door to door in an attempt to locate the owner. Next, they called the local shelters and posted about Bingo on numerous websites and Craigslist. Still no luck.

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Topics: Dog Dental Health