Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Proper dental hygiene is crucial to your pet's health. JulPo via Getty Images Did you know that periodontal gum disease is one of ...

Brushing your teeth is one of those things you do without really thinking about it – it’s just a habit. But while most of us brush our own teeth twice a day like clockwork, how often are you brushing ...

This content is provided by Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital. Our furry friends bring immeasurable joy and companionship into our lives, and it’s our responsibility to ensure their well-being in every ...

Staying on top of your dog's dental health is so important. February is National Pet Dental Health Month. During the month, there is a large focus placed on the dental hygiene of our furry friends, ...

Editor’s note: This Q&A has been lightly edited. Dogs should ideally have their teeth brushed daily. If you cannot brush, gauze or even dental wipes can be used to wipe the teeth. This helps remove ...

FROM THE COLUMBIA ANIMAL HOSPITAL. ABOUT 1 IN 10 DOGS GET HEART DISEASE, BUT YOU CAN ACTUALLY PREVENT THIS YOURSELF BY BRUSHING THEIR TEETH EVERY DAY. AND THAT PREVENTS BACTERIA FROM BUILDING UP IN ...

I’ve had seven dogs over the course of my life, including my current dog Annie, and I’ve never brushed their teeth. I may have even made rude comments to friends and colleagues who do brush their dogs ...

Did you know that periodontal gum disease is one of the most common diseases found in dogs and cats in veterinary medicine? Or that most dogs have signs of periodontal disease by age three? While ...