Care For Cats
Dental care for cats
Dental care for cats is a very important aspect of cat ownership. Like humans, dental health is important and what should not be overlooked in your cat. Some homeowners are not aware of the needs of their cats for their teeth cleaned regularly. This article will help cat owners and provide them with sufficient knowledge of what to do and what signs to look for if your cat has some dental problems of oral hygiene.
The kittens
At four weeks old, the kittens have their incisors, the 12 small teeth in front of the mouth. At six weeks, the 26 Baby teeth are in.
Kitten teeth should be white and clean, with the upper incisors meeting the lower incisors evenly. The gums and mouth tissue should be pink, or dark if pigmented, pale is a sign of anemia.
If possible, accustom your cat to have their teeth cleaned on a regular basis at home. Gently rub the pet's teeth with your finger. As you learn to accept this, use a soft cloth or soft toothbrush dipped in a child in a solution of baking soda and water or use a toothpaste made especially for cats. Do not use toothpaste formulated for humans. Because cats instead of swallow on the preparation, this can cause stomach upset.
Occasionally a kitten will retain some deciduous (baby teeth) after permanent teeth have appeared. This can damage the soft tissues of the mouth and may even accelerate wear of permanent teeth. A veterinarian should be consulted to determine if removal is necessary.
Cat Dental Care
Inspect your cat's mouth regularly for tartar buildup or gum disease and tooth brushing your cat with the proper toothbrush and toothpaste (made specifically for cats) once or twice a week. Ask your veterinarian about the correct process of household cleaning or professional cleaning.
Dry, crunchy foods can be helpful in keeping teeth clean by scraping against the teeth and acting like a toothbrush to help remove plaque. However, there is no substitute for regular dental care. Take time to learn to brush pets teeth.
Cat dental problems
Lesions on your cat's gums or bad breath can be a early warning signal of a possible problem. The most common dental problems cats experience result from plaque and tartar buildup. If not controlled, plaque and tartar buildup can eventually cause inflammation of both the gums (gingivitis) and the membrane lining the tooth socket (periodontitis).
The infection resulting from these conditions may spread to other parts of the body including the kidneys or heart valves.
Problems teeth may also result from injury, foreign bodies such as porcupine feathers or foxtail, malnutrition or systemic diseases health infect the mouth and other body parts.
The most common warning signs of dental problems in cats are:
- Red swollen or bleeding gums
- Drooling
- Bad breath
- Loss of appetite
- Dark spots on molars
- Elevated lesions in the mouth
Cats and dangerous Verde
A cat that bites can houseplants suffer from oral problems that are not related to periodontal health status. Diffenbachia, or "dumb cane", can cause severe irritation and ulceration the mouth of a cat. The cat may salivate and have difficulty swallowing. Prompt veterinary attention is needed. There are some plants that cats should be kept away because are poisonous.
Here is a list of plants that should be kept out of your garden and the house:
- Baby Breath
- Hydranea
- Poinsettia
- Marijuana
- Lily
- Elephant Ears
- Holly
- Daffodil
- Aloe
- Rhododedron
Any of the above plants can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, poor appetite and may even be fatal if your cat is eating any of them. If you notice your cat has ingested any of them, contact your veterinarian immediately. Be sure to keep your cat away from these plants and not keep any of them at home.
About the Author
I care about pet cats and dogs and just like to communicate information to help new and existing pet owners take good care of their pets. If you are interested in leaning more about cats and other cat stuff that you can buy go to my website at http://www.petsstore4u.com
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