Dental Disease
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How a Healthy Mouth Can Change Your Pet’s Life
Sep 27 2020
Most all of you pet owners know that taking care of your pet’s teeth can make a difference. Just like in people, a healthy mouth requires regular home care, and…
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Dental Care Starts at an Early Age
Nov 06 2019
Lili is a sweet Havanese mix puppy who came to Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital soon after her family adopted her at 10 months old. She had received minimal veterinary care…
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Old Dogs, New Tricks: When Slowing Down isn’t Old Age
Jul 20 2019
Lily is a 15-year-old athletic hound mix. She has always been very fit and loves going on long hikes with her owners. As Lily has aged, she has shown very…
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Why Oral Exams Under Anesthesia Matter
May 25 2019
Spike is our pet of the month for May. He is a 7 year old Chihuahua mix. He is a very sweet boy and very cooperative for his exams at…
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Dental Stars Inside Look!
Feb 13 2018
In appreciation of Dental Heath Month we want to celebrate with our clients and their pets! This is an inside look for the dental procedures featured in our Dental Stars…
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Why Examinations Matter – Could You Be Missing Dental Disease in Your Pet?
Feb 07 2018
February is National Pet Dental Health Month! Most people recognize the benefits of a healthy mouth for themselves and follow regular preventive care such as: brushing your teeth after eating,…
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The Role Dental X-rays Can Play Into Your Pet’s Health.
Dec 19 2017
Gracie is a sweet and loving dog that was adopted about one year ago. She is a Maltese/Terrier mix that has been a joyful addition to her family. At Hawthorne…
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When can an overbite be a problem for your growing puppy? Have you ever heard of dental interlock?
May 13 2014
Seattle veterinarian Dr. Robin E. Riedinger explores the potential dangers of an overbite for your puppy. Enzo is the Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital Pet of the Month for May. Everyone…
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Why Does Your Pet Not Complain About Infected Teeth?
Jul 08 2013
Dental advice from your expert veterinarians in Seattle, WA Pixie “Putsy” is an energetic six year old pug with a zest for life. As part of her recent health examinations…
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It’s Possible to be Allergic to Your Own Teeth
May 01 2012
When Shaggy was only 5 months old our Seattle veterinarians noticed that he was already developing inflammation of his gums, or gingivitis. Usually pets don’t develop this until 2 years old at…