Preventive Dentistry and PurinaCare Benefits Discussions

Dr Bill did a nice post on Dental Health Month yesterday and I thought I'd follow up on that. If you have a PurinaCare Plus Preventive Care you have benefits that apply towards routine dentistry and you should take advantage of them every year.

In most homes the day begins and ends with our own attempts at dental hygiene. We brush our teeth at least twice a day and we have become accustomed to visiting the dentist every six months for an exam and cleaning. Dental hygiene and routine care is no less important for our pets. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease as early as three years of age.

Dental disease can be progressive a result in serious health problems for our pets. Lack of care can result in gingivitis,...