QUICK BITES ON DOG DENTAL CARE

• Puppies develop 28 temporary teeth at two to three weeks
  of age. Their 42 permanent teeth emerge at about four months.
• Studies show that, by age 3, 80 percent of dogs exhibit signs of
  gum disease.
• Small dog breeds are more likely than large breeds to develop
  periodontal disease. Canine dentistry experts believe this is
  because the teeth of small dogs often are too large for their mouths, forcing the teeth closer together.

  Home Care Tips

  In addition to providing regular dental checks for their pets,
  pet owners can take steps at home to ensure good oral health:

• Feed a specially formulated pet food with proven oral health benefits in daily plaque and tartar control.
• Brush the pet’s teeth with a specially formulated toothpaste in flavors appealing to dogs. Toothpaste for humans should not be
  used because it is not meant to be swallowed and so can cause upset stomachs for pets.

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