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Originally Posted by new-yorkie  I just brought Isabelle for her first dental cleaning. Her breath was just kickin! I am guilty for not brushing her teeth. So many of my friends who have dogs say they never have to brush and they have no problems.
Is it just a Yorkie issue?
The vet said Isabelle is in the beginning stages of periodontis disease. She said out of 6 stages, Isabelle was a 2. The worst were her back teeth. Her gumline was red and would bleed a bit when I tried to brush.
They cleaned her real well and they gave me some dental polish to take home. I have to polish her teeth once every 2 weeks. |
About 85% of dogs and cats get periodontal disease by age 3.
Small breeds are at a higher risk.