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They can get cavities, but they don't typically happen as we get them....
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Dog heartworms are spread by mosquitoes. Here in this area, we've seen mosquitoes 12 months out of the year....
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Yes, they make flavored toothpaste. It's easier to start with a puppy and get them used to it, but even older dogs can be taught new tricks....
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There are dental chews....
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Depending on how often your dog is outdoors and how often you're near standing water, those factors will increase your dog's risk....
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They make toothpaste specifically for dogs....
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They make specific toothpaste for dogs, and I always recommend using one of those products.
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Again, it just depends on their lifestyle and what they do....
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You want to use pet toothpaste, and preferably one that is certified by the Veterinary Oral Health Council or the VOHD....
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Toothbrushing is our gold standard for dental care at home....
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They're just like us, so ideally, we want to brush them twice a day....
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Most rabbits love carrots, akin to the cartoon of Bugs Bunny. We just, once again, want to make sure it's in small amounts.
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They can't eat meat. We want to decrease high sugary things. Many fruits and things should not be fed.
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I think a lot of that is a personal preference....
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As long as it's very small amounts, maybe once a week as a little treat, they could have little pieces of banana or apple....
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Grass?...
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Initially, they're going to drink some milk from their mothers, and then once they transition onto the hay, we want them to have just a little bit ...
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Yes, we recommend that all dogs be vaccinated for several viruses and diseases and also be on flea and tick prevention....