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Do I need to clean my dog’s teeth?

Dental health is an essential part of your dog or cat’s overall health. When your pet has an exam, part of that includes an oral exam that can help us determine whether or not it’s time to schedule a cleaning for your pet.

East Louisville Animal Hospital

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11 months ago

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions here.

We recommend annual and semi-annual wellness exams for most pets. Proactive exams every 6 months are recommended, especially for older pets, to monitor their health, catch potential issues early, and reassess chronic health conditions.