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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 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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