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What to Do When Your Cat Has a Nosebleed
Usually a vet can find the cause from history and physical exam, but if not, further tests are needed, as follows:
What Causes Bad Breath in Cats
Cats are modern must-have companions, yet many have serious bad breath. Common causes include vitamin B deficiency, poor digestion, strong-smelling food, and plaque buildup.
Feline Stomatitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Stomatitis is a relatively common disease in cats, mostly caused by feline calicivirus, and is incurable for life. It therefore requires extra care and attentive attention from the owner. Keeping the cat's immune system strong helps keep the condition well controlled.
What Oral Problems Can Cats Have?
Do you know cats do not get 'cavities' (tooth decay)? Because of their special tooth shape - pointed with no pits - cavities do not form.
Common Oral Diseases in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms and Medication
Dogs and cats cannot brush daily, so oral problems like stomatitis, periodontitis and gingivitis are common, with bad breath and ulcers and, if severe, eating difficulty. Here is what to know.
How Cat Tartar Forms
Human tartar forms gradually, and so do cats—first the cat goes too long without dental cleaning and teeth yellow; without care, tartar forms. Cat tartar is harmful—bad breath, periodontitis. Owners must stress dental cleaning. Today we look at how cat tartar forms and how to clean cat teeth daily.
What to Do When a Cat Breathes Through Its Mouth and Drools
Mouth breathing with drooling in cats is usually linked to oral problems, but not always. Observe the overall symptoms to identify the cause. This article covers common causes and what you can do.
Why Does My Adult Dog Still Have Baby Teeth?
Adult dogs normally shed baby teeth at 3-4 months, but some retain them, often from low calcium during teething. Retained teeth block adult teeth, causing a double row, bad bite, and infection risk. Have a vet extract them promptly.
Cat’s front tooth knocked out playing (I flicked its incisor); how to handle? Scared.
Determine baby vs adult tooth; under 5-6 months with no other signs, it's normal baby-tooth loss, no action. Check if the lost tooth is complete; if not, vet dental X-ray for root residue needing extraction.
What happens when a senior dog develops tartar
Senior-dog tartar causes bad breath, yellow teeth, and loose roots, and can lead to periodontitis and gingivitis. Brush 3-5 times a week, get professional cleaning for severe cases, and limit sweets.