by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 17, 2024 | Dental Health, Dogs, Pet Food
Are processed foods bad for your dog’s teeth? Is it more natural for dogs to eat raw meat and chew on bones? Do dogs get tired of eating the same thing every day? When it comes to selecting the best diet for your dog’s health, people have a lot of...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 4, 2024 | Cats, Dental Health, General Cat Care, Pet Food
Does your cat like to nibble on the lawn when you bring them outside? Do they constantly attack your houseplants? It might be that they just need a few more greens in their diet. Wheatgrass, also known as “cat grass” is a healthy way to get your cat to eat more...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Feb 29, 2024 | Cats, Dental Health, Dogs
Pets might not need their teeth to last for several decades like we do, but they can still develop many of the same dental problems. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, so before the month is over, we’d like to take this chance to remind you why dental care...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jan 29, 2024 | Dental Health, Dogs
Dogs use their teeth a lot. When it comes to chewing, it seems like some dogs can’t ever get enough. Whether they’re obsessed with tug-of-war or gnawing their way through a series of chew toys, dogs need strong teeth for most of their favorite hobbies. But since they...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Dec 5, 2023 | Cats, Dental Health
Did you know that cats with diabetes are more likely to develop dental problems? In fact, both gum disease and tooth loss are far more prevalent in cats that have diabetes. Dental problems can cause severe pain and loss of appetite, so if your cat has diabetes, dental...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Oct 27, 2023 | Dental Health
Did you know that dogs need dental care, too? And since dogs use their teeth a lot more than we do, dental care is even more important. Tooth pain changes the way a dog eats, plays, and interacts with you on a daily basis. It can make them lose their appetite, ignore...
