Companion Animals

Companion Animal Dental Disease

Dental disease affects the majority of companion animals over three years old, causing chronic pain that often goes undetected by owners.

Key Facts

Welfare Considerations

Dental disease causes chronic pain that profoundly affects animal quality of life. Because many animals continue eating despite severe dental disease, owners may not recognize the suffering. Regular veterinary dental examinations, professional cleaning when needed, and home dental care dramatically reduce this commonly overlooked source of animal suffering.

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