Corinth Animal Hospital

October – Animal Safety & Protection This month (and every month) is a time to recognize safety measures you should take to protect your pet and ensure they are healthy. Check out the below safety tips:

 
• Be proactive. Keep all your pets up to date on immunizations.
• Pet-proof your home. Remove or secure choking hazards and toxic chemicals. Make your home pet-friendly and safe.
• Identify your animals. Place tags securely on collars and even label collars with your contact information. If you have more uncommon pets, take pictures in the event they get loose.
• In a disaster, have a plan. Who will be responsible for locating each animal in the house? How will you transport them? If it is a fire, human life takes priority. However, place decals on windows and doors with the number of humans and each kind and number of pets residing in the home. Keep them up to date.
• Learn basic first aid. Caring for your animal at home will prevent a minor injury from becoming severe. Always call your veterinarian if you are unsure.
• Know your animal. If your animal’s behavior changes, watch for signs of illness. Is he injured or spent too much time in the heat? Contact your veterinarian before giving human over-the-counter medications.

I was totally unaware that dogs or cats have dental problems. Is it common? Dental disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats. Ferrets, rabbits, and rodents commonly have dental disease as well. Over 68% of all pets over the age of three have some form of periodontal or dental disease. Most pets will show few signs of dental disease. It is up to the pet’s family and veterinarian to uncover this hidden and often painful condition.

Are dental problems the same in pets and people? No. In people, the most common problem is tooth decay, which, due to the loss of calcium from the enamel, results in painful infected cavities. In the dog, cat, and ferret, the majority of problems are caused by periodontal (gum) disease. In rabbits and rodents, most problems are caused by inappropriate diet and uneven wearing/overgrowth of their constantly growing teeth.

What is periodontal disease? This is simply inflammation or infection of the tissues surrounding the tooth. Accumulation of tartar (calculus) on the teeth contributes to gum recession around the base of the tooth. Infection soon follows and the gums recede. Untreated infection then spreads into the tooth socket and ultimately the tooth loosens and is lost. This infection also leads to heart and kidney disease as the infection enters the bloodstream and circulates the body.

We are happy to announce our new PetPro Connect app! With this app, you will be able to:

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Receive $35 off your first visit*.

*Offer available to first-time clients only. Not valid for emergency or urgent services. Product purchases, dentistry services, boarding & grooming services are not included. Not redeemable for cash. One coupon per client. Coupon must be presented at check-in.

Please print & bring to appointment.