According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 80 percent of dogs have signs of oral disease by age three. Signs your pet may have dental problems is often indicated by bad breath, a change in eating or chewing habits, and pawing at the face and mouth.

How does dog dental disease happen?

Bacteria, combined with saliva and food debris between the tooth and gum, can cause plaque formulations on the tooth, which turns into tartar. If not removed, infection along the gum line can follow.

If the infection is untreated, a gum disease, called periodontitis, may occur. Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss and if the infection enters the bloodstream, it can potentially infect the heart, liver and kidneys.

At your pet’s annual check up, be sure your vet looks at teeth and gums. There is also an exciting new vaccine available for periodontitis. The new vaccine for periodontitis is available from Pfizer. It is called Porphyromonas.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted a conditional license to Pfizer for this product, meaning that the product has met the requirements for purity, safety and a reasonable expectation of efficacy. Long-term efficacy studies are currently in progress.

Porphyromonas Vaccine

Posted by Barbara.