Introducing the first episode of our bonus ‘Ask The Vet’ mini-series, where Emma Barton and her co-host, Poppy Dog, explore some of the common questions we ask about our pets with Blue Cross Chief Veterinary Surgeon, Caroline Reay.
Should I brush my pet’s teeth? Can I use toothpaste? And is there a special brush I need to buy? In this debut episode, Caroline provides pet owners with an introduction to oral hygiene for our four-legged friends.
Pets use their teeth daily, and not just for eating – they use them to play, explore and taste a lot their surroundings too. So, making sure your pet’s teeth are cared for, is incredibly ‘impaw-tant’.
From how to keep your animal relaxed for brushing, to what pets should (or should not) have their teeth cleaned – you'll come away feeling a lot more comfortable and confident about ‘teeth time’ with their furry friends.
Useful Links
- As with most things in life, prevention is better than cure. Here is an expert guide into how to keep your dog’s teeth clean: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/dog-dental-care
- The most common reasons for using anaesthetics on rabbits are for dental work and routine neutering. To read more about how to look after you Rabbit’s teeth visit: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/rabbits-and-surgery
- Teeth are important and, just like people, cats’ benefit from regular dental care. For a full guide into the basic healthcare in cats head over to: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/basic-healthcare-cats
Meet Caroline Reay
Caroline has been the Chief Veterinary Surgeon at Blue Cross in Merton, South London, for more than 10 years. Caroline’s career has been almost exclusively in small animal practice, but she has additional qualifications in Companion Animal Behavior Counselling and Radiology.
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