Ask The Dr

Our current Q & A on the topics of dental health and weight control.

Q: I give my dog those chewy dental bones. She also eats a dry dog food which I've heard is best for her teeth. Isn't that enough?

Dr Crowe's answer:

Q:  My dog is not about to let me brush his teeth. The last time we tried he got mad and attacked the toothbrush leaving it in shreds: We were afraid to push the issue. How important is brushing and what if we don't?

Dr Crowe's Answer

Q: How do I know if my pet is overweight?

Q: Both my cat and my dog have a few extra pounds. Both seem fat and happy. Is it such a big deal that they're a "little overweight"?

Q: They say you shouldn't give your pet chocolate or table scraps. My dog eats everything I eat, ice cream included: Is that wrong and if so, why, specifically? Nothing bad has ever happened.

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