Your dog’s oral hygiene is extremely important for the overall health of the pooch for various reasons.
Second, dental problems dogs are often faced with, particularly older dogs, cause pain and discomfort.
Certainly one of the best ways to prevent such problems is to feed the canine a good-quality meat-based diet because the meat helps keep the oral cavity clean.
Chew treats are a popular option to keep the dental structures healthy for as long as possible, and brushing the dog’s teeth can also save the owner a lot of headache in the future.
Thorough dental cleaning requires anesthesia, which can be an issue with older dogs as the risks associated are high but most veterinarians are able to weigh the risks against the benefits and decide if it’s worth putting the dog through the procedure.
In any case, prevention is the easiest route to take and the one that makes veterinarians and dogs the happiest.