Pathways Animal Clinic Newsletter

Vol. 7, February 2010

FEBRUARY IS DENTAL HEALTH MONTH

An outstanding 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of dental disease!

Dental disease causes red swollen and tender gums, receding gums, pain and bad breath. The inflammation and infection associated with dental disease may damage other organs such as the heart, liver and kidneys leading to very serious health problems.

Commons signs of dental disease can include bad breath, a change in eating or chewing habits, pawing at the face or mouth and depression due to the degree of pain that dental disease causes.

The good news is that as a pet owner you can reduce the risk of oral disease!

At Pathways Animal Clinic, a dental exam is included with every physical examination.  Our state of the art dental equipment and qualified staff will help your pet achieve optimal oral health. We will also give you recommendations for a dental care regimen at home, including our recommended line of specially formulated foods proven effective in combating plaque and tartar.

During the month of February, Pathways Animal Clinic will donate 10% of all income generated from dental procedures to the International Fund for Animal Welfare. These donations will help prevent the outbreak of disease and treat critically injured animals in Haiti.

Help us make a difference!