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Latest News: Vet Dentistry

dog wellness and cat health by Falls Village Vet Hospital in Raleigh NCDid you know that bacteria in your dog or cat’s mouth can contribute to heart, liver, and kidney problems? Vet dentistry is important and our veterinarians work with you and your pets to develop good preventative habits and care, first and foremost, just like your dentist does with your human family. Below are a collection of articles about veterinary dentistry.


 

Preventing Gingivitis in Cats

Gingivitis is one of the most common dental issues in cats, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Early-stage gum disease may start with a little redness or bad breath, but if left...

Posted: August 15, 2025

    Preventing Periodontal Disease in Dogs

    If you’re no stranger to dog kisses, you’ve probably had at least a passing thought about the cleanliness of your pet’s mouth. An average dog’s mouth is home to about 600...

    Posted: October 31, 2023

      Why is My Cat Drooling?

      Pavlov conducted his famous behavioral experiment on dogs rather than cats for a good reason: unlike pups, cats don’t typically salivate in response to the sight or smell of food. For dog...

      Posted: July 15, 2021

        Too Old for Anesthesia? Why Procrastinating Pet Dental Procedures is Risky

        Anesthesia can be scary for people to imagine their fur kids going through at any age. A common concern, though, is whether or not a dog or cat is too old for anesthesia. While this is a bit of an...

        Posted: January 18, 2021

          Cats Need Your Help to Prevent Dental Disease!

          We aren’t really sure why cats tend to get less regular veterinary care from their owners than their canine counterparts, but it’s a fact. Perhaps it’s that independent nature of...

          Posted: August 12, 2020

            Cat & Dog Teeth Cleaning are About Whole Body Wellness

            Dog teeth cleaning, cat teeth cleaning, human teeth cleaning... Here are before & after photos of two dog dentals....

            Posted: June 5, 2019

              How to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth

              Brushing your dog’s teeth is an important step in maintaining whole body health for your dog. It’s no secret that the bacteria that build up in your pet’s mouth over time cause...

              Posted: November 5, 2018

              Dog Breath Got You Down? Are Your Kitty’s Kisses Fishy?

              Many pet owners are not aware that their pets need regular dental care just like people do. They may just consider bad breath to be part of living with a pet. It may be assumed that a normal part of...