Pet Dental Care Month in February at Olsen’s Grain stores!

Did you know that 8 out of every 10 pets over the age of three suffers from gum (periodontal) disease?  Proper prevention and pet dental care treatment is necessary, without it your pets can suffer from tooth decay, bleeding gums, tooth loss, and even internal organ damage.

February is National Pet Dental Care Month.  Take the time to know the signs of oral disease in pets:

• Bad breath.  Your pet’s breath will not smell great, but persistent bad breath is a sign that your pet needs a dental visit.
• Red, bleeding, swollen, or receding gums
• Yellow-brown plaque or tartar on your pet’s teeth
• Loose, infected for missing teeth

What can you do to prevent oral disease?

• Schedule annual wellness visits to your veterinarian, including dental visits and cleaning.
• Brush your pet’s teeth regularly.
• Feed pet food that is specifically designed and formatted to for tartar control and plaque buildup.
  • Choose dry kibble over wet pet food. Kibble is better for their teeth.
  • Avoid table scraps and human food. Often these foods get stuck in your pet’s teeth and gums

A healthy pet means maintaining healthy teeth!  If you haven’t already, get your pet’s dental health care program started today.

Stop by the Olsen’s Grain location nearest you for pet dental care products including pet toothbrushes, tartar control treats and dental chews and so much more.  

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