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 Pet 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

Why We Do Free Dental Radiographs with Every Dental Cleaning

Posted by Nikki Wardle on January 28, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Your dog or cat’s bad breath is more than just unpleasant, it’s a sign that your furry family member could be suffering from infection (gingivitis, abscess, and/or periodontal disease). Dental infections can be painful, stressful on the organs and immune system, and eventually lead to tooth loss.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health

New Year’s Resolution: Brush your Pet’s Teeth Everyday

Posted by Nikki Wardle on January 8, 2019 at 9:00 AM

While you’re considering that long list of potential New Year’s resolutions, think about setting one for your pet’s health. Why not resolve to brush your dog’s teeth every day in 2019? It may seem more ambitious to write this resolution down than to lose weight, travel more, or call your mom every Friday. But the truth is, brushing your dog’s teeth isn’t all that difficult, and creating a habit of healthy pet hygiene in 2019 could save your pet pain and your money. Here’s why.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health

What is Feline Tooth Resorption?

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

Have you felt concerned about your cat's teeth because of her behavior? Have you noticed symptoms such as bleeding, drooling, or foul breath recently? If you're worried your cat has a cavity, think again. Feline cavities are very rare and an unlikely scenario for a domestic cat. What cats do frequently suffer from is a condition called tooth resorption.

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Topics: Pet Dental Health