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ral health is an important component of the overall
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tized, receives a cleaning and a thorough examination from
the veterinarian. Unfortunately, a pet’s dental care is fre-
quently neglected because the procedures are too expensive
or the risks associated with anesthesia are too high.
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blood). While the death rate was fairly low (0.43 percent for
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both dogs and cats), the potential complications are enough
to scare pet owners away from dental care.
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six-month dental examinations and teeth cleanings are the
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norm for people. “We consider the teeth cleanings we do as
preventive care for pets,” says Shafer, who notes that just as a
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groomers, horse shoers, shelters,
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