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Why is there such a huge uproar about cat and dog oral health these days?

Everywhere I look, I see advertisements for dog toothbrushes, toothpaste and oral health items. I'd have to guess that 40% of dog treats these days advertise the benefit the treat has to your dog or puppies' oral health.

For example, featured to the right is the Easy Brush tooth cleaning treat that is manufactured by Farnam Pet Products. Farnam has done a great job in developing an extremely effective treat that dog's just cannot resist.

Pet Dental Health month in the United States is sponsored by a number of well known organizations including the American Veterinary Medical Association. In my book, this means that it has some clout. This organization is well respected in the pet industry (not only with Vets)

The Academy of Veterinary Dentistry and Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc., also sponsor pet dental health month. (Yes, I remember the whole Hills Pet Nutrition fiasco a couple of years back - but the company has really put together a plan to keep our pet's safe).

Awareness is the key. Making you aware of the importance of cat dental health and dog dental health. is designed to bring awareness among pet owners of the importance of their pet’s oral health.

Common Dental Problems include gum disease. Gum disease is common in both dogs and cats.

Lots dogs over the age of 2 or 3 have either gingivitis or periodontitis - and you will want to have your dog checked.

Periodontitis, or periodontal disease (believe it or not), is the most common dental problem for dogs. Periodontal Disease is caused by plaque, a mixture of bacteria, food debris, and cell mucus. This is why treats like the Easy Brush do such a good job. Periodontal Disease in dogs forms a milky-white film on the dogs teeth and gums.

As plaque gets into pockets under your dog's gum-line, bacteria eats away at the bone that holds the dog's teeth in place. When mixed with saliva in the dog's mouth, plaque turns into tartar, which can stick to the dog's teeth like cement or glue.

Please! for your dog's sake - pay attention to his or her dental health.

Happy Brushing!

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Labels: Farnam Pet Products, Pet Oral Health