Pet Care - Tips For Pet Owners

1. Monhagen Veterinary Hospital Tips For Pet Owners Pet Dental Health Pet Dental Health Regular brushing can help prevent disease, infection, and tooth loss. Unfortunately one of the most common problems pets have is periodontal disease, even though it is easily preventable. Consistent brushing can help prevent this, along with many other infections that start with oral bacteria. Brushing your pet’s teeth is the easiest way to remove plaque and prevent periodontal disease. Lyme Disease in Dogs Lyme Disease in Dogs Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world. It is caused by a spirochete (bacteria) species of the Borrelia burgdorferi group. Dominant clinical feature in dogs is recurrent lameness due to inflammation of the joints. There may also be a lack of appetite and depression. More serious complications include damage to the kidney, and rarely heart or nervous system disease. Monhagen Veterinary Hospital is a full service hospital that offers cutting edge, compassionate medical care. For more information, visit: http://monhagenvet.com/ or call us at: (845 342 1091)