Dog Dental Disease and How to Prevent and Treat it

#024 - Dog Dental Disease and How to Prevent and Treat itDid you know that over 80% of dogs over the age of 3 have some form of active dental disease? This staggering number makes dental disease the most prominent of all diseases in dogs. The saddest part of this statistic is that in most cases, dental disease in dogs can be prevented! Of course, like many diseases, genetics plays a role, but in the majority of cases simple, preventative measures can totally inhibit dental disease progression. In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss the stages of dog dental disease and what can be done to help prevent and treat it in dogs. Holly's qualifications include:Previous Career as a Registered Dental Assistant, Level 2 Certified Pet Food Nutrition SpecialistAssisting pet parents with holistic health and nutrition for 16+ years in her pet food stores: Tail Blazers Copperfield and Tail Blazers Legacy.In This Episode You'll Learn:The difference between plaque and tartarWhich stage of gum disease is reversibleWhich diet is least likely to lead to dental diseaseHow to choose a safer raw boneWhy I don't recommend elk antlersMy favourite dental chews and supplementsIf anesthetic-free cleanings are effective Resources from this episode:Episode 024: ResourcesEverything Pup Podcast Community on FacebookFind Holly on Social Media:FacebookInstagram Support the show