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 ...

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 ...

To brush or not to brush, that is the question we’re taking a look at. It’s drilled into humans at a young age that it’s important to brush our teeth regularly and properly. But when it comes to our ...

Cats and dogs need dental care, too! While they don’t need routine visits to the dentist like their human companions do, it is still just as important to keep their teeth clean as it is to keep yours ...

The American Veterinary Dental Society says oral disease is the No. 1 health problem in dogs and cats. And gum disease affects about 80 percent of pets over the age of 3. “Taking care of your pet’s ...

Ever wondered how to clean a dog’s teeth without brushing? Although many owners understand that daily brushing is the best option for dental health, it’s only natural to ponder the alternatives. A ...

Some dental chews help prevent tartar, say veterinarians. Proponents of dental dog treats claim that regular chewing can increase the health of a pet's teeth without manual brushing. Getty Images ...

We can’t blame our dogs for running like the wind whenever we approach them with a toothbrush. Their wolf ancestors were never asked to open up and say “aah” so they could have their teeth polished ...

The cost of dog teeth cleaning is between $170 and $350, while an ultrasonic cleaning with other procedures under anesthesia can cost up to $4,000. Brushing your dog’s teeth regularly and using safe ...