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Just like your own human teeth, it's important that you look after your cat's oral health. If not, your feline companion could be at risk of other health complications beyond just losing their teeth. If you need a veterinarian near you in Sherwood, bring them to Sherwood Family Pet Clinic for cat dental care.
Why Is It Necessary?
If your cat develops gum disease, it can wind up allowing bacteria to enter its bloodstream. That bacteria can cause issues like heart disease, diabetes, and even certain cancers. Regular dental exams during yearly wellness checks are sufficient for us to be able to check.
What Happens If They Need Dental Work?
Our skilled staff will sedate them and then clean their teeth while they are under anesthesia. There may be times when we also have to extract some teeth if things have gotten too bad. Your cat will still be able to eat normally after the extractions. They will also be a lot happier thanks to their teeth no longer hurting.
What Can I Do?
While it might seem like a good idea to brush your furry companion's teeth regularly, the chances of your cat letting you do that depend on the type of cat and its personality. So, it's pure guesswork. You can get them treats and foods that are designed to help them with their oral health. Sadly, they aren't like dogs that can gnaw on some bones.
Another thing you can do is regularly check on your cat's gums and teeth yourself - though this assumes it will let you near its mouth. See if they have bad breath when they are around you. That can be another sign that you might want to contact your local vet to take a look at your cat.
Your cat gives so much love to you. They deserve to have it shown back to them in more ways than just making sure that they are fed and have water. By having their teeth regularly checked, they can live a lot longer, which is good for both of you. Then you will get to have your feline companion around more, which is worth it.
Contact Sherwood Family Pet Clinic in Sherwood, OR
At Sherwood Family Pet Clinic, we are an animal hospital that does everything from pet dental care to cat care. If you are a resident of Sherwood, contact us today to make an appointment for a pet exam.