February is Boston Terrier Dental Health Month

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February is Boston Terrier dental health month.  Take a look at the symptoms of periodontal disease in your Boston Terrier and see if you pet needs a cleaning from their veterinarian.

Small breed dogs are more susceptible to gum disease due to tooth crowding. Just as is the case with humans, too many teeth crowded into a small space can be difficult to thoroughly clean, leading to an increased accumulation of plaque.

Signs that your pup has periodontal disease can include:

Bad breath
Drooling
Difficulty chewing
Mouth sensitivity
Pawing at the mouth
Red, inflamed, bleeding gums
Tooth loss
Loss of appetite
Stomach or other digestive problems
Irritable or depressed mood

If you suspect your canine companion has gum disease, make an appointment with your holistic veterinarian or pet wellness center as soon as possible. If disease is present, you and your vet will need to take immediate steps to arrest the problem at the earliest stage possible.

Your beloved pet needs your help to keep his teeth and gums in good condition.

Many breeds, even consuming a species appropriate, raw diet and chewing on raw bones, are still prone to gum disease. Recognizing this early in your dog’s life is critical for reducing disease later.

A clean mouth will not only save your dog’s teeth and gums from decay, it will also reduce his risk for other serious health problems which can result when bacteria from diseased gums gets into the bloodstream.

The occasional – even annual — professional tooth cleaning by your veterinarian is just not enough to insure your pup’s good oral health. You need to brush your dog’s teeth at home, and make it a part of your daily routine.

Once you and your dog have learned the ropes, for an investment of just a few minutes of your time each day, you can make a tremendous positive impact on his oral hygiene and overall health.

Regular exams by your holistic veterinarian will still be necessary even after you’ve established a daily brushing routine. Your vet will look for problems you might not see or recognize. I often point out to pet owners certain teeth that need a little extra care, since a dog’s teeth don’t all accumulate plaque and tartar at the same rate.

Your vet will recommend a professional cleaning as necessary, but if you’re practicing consistent daily brushing, you could be pleasantly surprised to learn your dog doesn’t need his teeth cleaned by the vet quite as often.

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I adopted one of my Boston Terriers as an adult and she already had bad teeth.  A good cleaning from the veterinarian as well as the removal of one tooth seemed to correct the problem.

Since February is Boston Terrier dental health month, make an appointment with your veterinarian for your dog’s check up and prevent tooth loss like I had to have done.