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Services Contacts Staff Info Pet Links Pet News What's New? Take a Tour Senior Pages		Foul doggy breath. Whew! What could be worse? Take a look in your pet’s mouth and you might find–severe tartar buildup, bacterial infections, inflamed painful gums, or loose, diseased teeth. Most pet owners are surprised to learn that dental disease is the number one problem seen by veterinarians. Just like weight problems, dental disease is by no means benign. In pets, as in people, poor oral hygiene is now linked closely to heart disease, kidney disease, and other internal ailments, possibly even cancer. Because of this, veterinarians today are focusing more and more on this important, but often overlooked area. Proper oral hygiene in pets starts with a premium dry diet, regular access to specialized chew toys or dental treats, and periodic inspections by you and your veterinarian. If training starts at a young age, most pets can even be accustomed to brushing of their teeth with special, pleasant-tasting pet toothpastes. Metzger Animal Hospital carries a full line of approved dental health products and accessories for pets; come in and let us give you a demonstration. Even with the best home care, eventually your pet will need an in-clinic dental cleansing to bring some sparkle back to its smile.