February is National Pet Dental Health month. So what better time to take the bite out of gum disease in our pets? Man's best friend is notorious for having the world's worst breath. But what seems ...

Neglecting dogs’ and cats’ dental health can lead to periodontal disease and even heart and kidney problems via bacteria that enters the bloodstream through the mouth. So it can feel crushing as a pet ...

As the seasons change and winter approaches, we tend to look at things needing to be done before the onset of the harsher weather. That means maintenance of not only our houses and yards, but also of ...

Pet owners do lots of great things for their four-legged friends, but one thing frequently overlooked is brushing their teeth. The Early Show's resident veterinarian, Dr. Debbye Turner, explained ...

Last issue, we dived into a great question for cat and dog owners: What are the most overlooked yet important aspects of maintaining the good health of our pets? Weight control topped that list, but ...

Cats and dogs need dental care, too! While they don’t need routine visits to the dentist like their human companions do, it is still just as important to keep their teeth clean as it is to keep yours ...

Let’s face it, there’s a month for everything. But this one is near and dear to my heart because as a general practice veterinarian, the vast majority of my patients have some level of periodontal ...

The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. Neglecting dogs’ and cats’ dental health can lead to periodontal disease and even heart and ...