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Teeth and beak: the pain you cannot see

The species changes the plan.

  1. Teeth and gums should be checked every year.

    Ask for a yearly oral exam.

    guide AVMA dental

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  2. By three years, most dogs and cats have some periodontal disease.

    Do not wait until it “shows.”

    guide AAHA dental 2019

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  3. Brushing is the gold standard. Veterinary toothpaste, not human.

    Brush today.

    guide AVMA brochure · VOHC

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  4. Without anesthesia you cannot clean or inspect under the gum.

    Ask for professional cleaning under anesthesia.

    guide AVMA policy · AAHA

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  5. Rabbit teeth grow for life; hay wears them.

    Give hay at all times.

    reviewed fact Merck rabbit · guide · AVA

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  6. GI stasis is an emergency when fiber is low or teeth are wrong.

    If it eats less or makes fewer droppings, call today.

    reviewed fact Merck GI · guide · AEMV

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

  7. AAV: formulated diet, exercise, toys, foraging. No solid brushing parallel for parrots.

    Care for the beak with diet and enrichment.

    guide AAV basic care

    Where: Ask at the clinic.

Raw bones are not dental care. WSAVA documents fractures and obstruction. guide · WSAVA raw