Dentistry Veterinarians North Las Vegas NV

Training your cat to tolerate having his teeth brushed is similar to teaching a dog—but be careful. Even minor cat bites can easily become infected, causing fever and severe illness. If your cat resists having your finger in his mouth, talk to your vet about using brushless dental care products instead.

Courtyard Animal Hospital
(702) 462-8020
3250 N Decatur Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV
Creature Comforts Animal Hospital
(702) 518-6998
5741 Sky Pointe Drive
Las Vegas, NV
Island Pet Hospital
(702) 637-9488
7025 W Ann Road
Las Vegas, NV
Animal Kindness Veterinary Hospital
(702) 637-9227
4910 E Bonanza Rd
Las Vegas, NV
VCA Rancho Animal Hospital
(702) 576-0315
3601 West Charleston
Las Vegas, NV
Boarding at Courtyard Pet Resort and Spa
(702) 462-8609
3250 N. Decatur Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV
Caring Hands Animal Hospital
(702) 576-0322
4601 N. Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, NV
VCA Decatur Animal Hospital
(702) 637-9821
1117 North Decatur Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV
VCA Nellis Animal Hospital
(702) 462-8209
20 North Nellis Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV
Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital
(702) 462-8246
1550 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV
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Brush up on Kitty Teeth Cleaning Tricks

With a little time and patience you can brush your cat’s teeth. “Cats have the same dental issues as dogs, although they can also develop cavity-like gum erosions, which are extremely painful and practically dissolve the teeth,” says Tiffany Margolin, DVM, an integrative veterinarian in Westlake Village, California. Training your cat to tolerate having his teeth brushed is similar to teaching a dog—but be careful. Even minor cat bites can easily become infected, causing fever and severe illness. If your cat resists having your finger in his mouth, talk to your vet about using brushless dental care products instead.

To brush a cat’s teeth:

• Entice your cat to come to you by offering a food treat.

• Dip your finger in a liquid your cat likes, such as chicken broth or tuna water, and let him lick your finger, getting him used to having your finger in his mouth.

• Once he’s used to that, dip your finger in the same liquid and slowly rub his gums and teeth.

• When that seems agreeable, substitute a small piece of gauze or a pet toothbrush for your finger.

• Finally, brush the exteriors of a few teeth, adding a few more each time you brush.

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