We know, it's not an easy task, but it’s time to readdress the importance of brushing teeth on
a regular basis! Just as with humans, a dog’s bad oral hygiene can lead to foul
breath, plaque and tartar build up.
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| Photo: Donna Ross |
According
to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 80% of dogs need professional oral
care by age three. Problems typically begin with a buildup of sticky plaque
that hardens to form tartar. This can lead to a painful condition of inflamed
gums called gingivitis, and eventually to periodontal disease. As a result,
your dog may lose teeth and be prone to infections that may affect other organs
like the heart, liver and kidneys.
Check out
our tips HERE to introducing a regular teeth-cleaning regimen at home.
Adding Nutrition To The Plan
Feeding
your pet a high quality diet is among your best weapons against oral issues.
While
there is a common myth that soft food is more likely to lead to periodontal
disease, research is lacking to support this view. What veterinarians do agree
on is that a diet without harmful additives is the best preventative care you
can give to your pet.
Evanger’s Dog Foods provide high quality nutrients
through fresh USA sourced protein, produce, and chelated vitamins and minerals.
Our Super Premium line, Chicken
Dinner with Spinach and Kale is a healthy, savory way to augment your
pet’s nutrition and ultimately his dental health.
Also try
combining Evanger’s canned dog foods with dry foods like its Grain-Free Meat Lover’s Medley
with Rabbit. Using nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables instead of
grains, this dry food contains probiotics to support healthy immune and
digestive systems, as well as omegas 3 and 6 for healthy joints, skin and
coat.
Be sure
to protect your pet’s pearly whites with regular brushing and a healthy,
nutritious diet of Evanger’s Foods.
You’ll both be smiling!
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