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Dental Care

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Ferret Advice

Why is dental care so important? Ferrets use their mouths a lot, not just for eating; they enjoy chewing on cage bars, toys and moving things around with their teeth.  They are susceptible to dental disease which begins with a plaque deposit on the teeth (as with humans). This hardens to form … [Read more...] about Dental Care

Filed Under: Ferrets Tagged With: advice, dental, ferret, teeth

Dental Care

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

lop-eared-rabbit

Why is dental care so important? A rabbit's teeth grow throughout their lives, at a rate of up to 12cm a year!  In the wild, a natural high-fibre diet would wear down these teeth.  Pet rabbits, in contrast, may not be eating an appropriate diet and may have restricted access to sunlight in a … [Read more...] about Dental Care

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Dental Care

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

What can I do to help look after my cat’s teeth? A good diet is important for maintaining your cat's dental health; there are special dental diets available with biscuits shaped to reduce plaque on the teeth.  Stay away from dental sticks or treats which are not effective and generally too high in … [Read more...] about Dental Care

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Dental Care

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

What can I do to help look after my dog’s teeth? A good diet is important for maintaining your dog's dental health. Stay away from dental sticks or treats which are not effective and generally too high in calories; instead opt for raw bones or natural treats (like buffalo chews) which dogs will … [Read more...] about Dental Care

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