(where they are put under)
Price on deep-cleaning cat's teeth?
Hi. The whole procedure here in Florida, for the cleaning, anesth. and pain/antiobitic medication after the cleaning is:
$125.00 - $150.00.
Well worth the price. FYI: The teeth cleaning prevents Heart Disease. Well worth the money.
Great question and here is a Star for You.
Blessings, Patti
Reply:around $150-$200.
Reply:My cat went through this recently. He went in for a teeth cleaning and ended up having to have 4 teeth extracted (he has a bad case of periodontal disease). Is your cat getting any teeth extracted? If so, that will add considerably to the cost. His ended up being a little over $200 for blood work, the teeth cleaning, extractions, pain medication, and antibiotics.
Beauty
Monday, November 16, 2009
Can i brush my cat's teeth with a toothbrush and toothpaste?
I'm afraid he might swallow it and get sick but it IS funny and good for dental hygiene.
Can i brush my cat's teeth with a toothbrush and toothpaste?
You can use a toothbrush but DO NOT use toothpaste. The toothpaste is toxic and will kill your cat. However brushing your cats teeth with a very soft toothbrush and water will protect your cat from diseases such as peridontal disease. It will cause your cat pain, tooth loss, and very bad breath. Sometimes it can spread to the lungs, heart, liver, and kidney. To prevent this go to http://www.entirelypets.com/cettoothpast... and purchase one of the yummy flavors for your kitty. Mine hates anything with liver but loves vanilla mint and seafood. GOOD LUCK!
PS. These are tips for you to do this yourself Difficulty Level: average Time Required: 5 minutes
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Here's How:
Assemble supplies: sterile gauze, scissors, cat toothpaste (available at pet stores) or a weak sterile solution recommended by your veterinarian.
Wrap a strip of gauze around the index finger of your dominant hand and either dip it in the sterile solution, or apply a small amount of toothpaste to your fingertip.
Holding the cat in your lap, open his mouth
Gently rub your "finger brush" in a circular motion on his teeth, concentrating on the area next to the gums. Gently massage the gums at the same time. It's not necessary to do the back sides of the teeth.
Once your cat will tolerate this procedure, you can graduate to a small child's toothbrush.
Give kitty a few loving pats and kind words, along with a little treat to polish off with his shiny clean teeth.
Tips:
You might want to experiment with flavored toothpaste for cats. There is a fish-flavored one that I'm told is quite tasty.
If you start practicing examining your cats teeth at a very young age, this process will be much easier. See "How To Gentle a Kitten" for suggestions.
Bleeding of the gums is a sign your cat needs professional dental scaling by your veterinarian, so attend to that as soon as possible.
Reply:You can get supplies from a pet store to clean your cat's teeth, but don't use the brushes and paste designed for people.
Reply:ya not a good idea
Reply:dont use toothpaste if you do. Oh and a soft toothbrush like a baby one
Reply:I would like to see you try that! If your cat allowed you to do it, the cat would be a rarity.
Reply:It's good to brush a pet's teeth, yes, but don't do it with people toothpaste. You are right, it can make them sick. They make special toothpaste for animals...and they even Like it! Good luck.
Reply:TOOTHBRUSH YES TOOTHPASTE NO GET PETS TOOTHPASTE CUZ STUFF 4 HUMANS R NOT GUD 4 PETS
Reply:Sure , cats like fish - but that toothpaste says "Tartar CONTROL" , not "Tartar SAUCE". ok...that was kinda random , yet fitting , don't you agree?
Reply:I would suggest you not to do it because animals have other tools for certain things they need, just like we buy certain we need in order to accomplish something. I encourage you to visit a store for animals, there you can ask someone ansd I'm sure they'll help you out. However, don't do what your thinking because sometimes that may affect the cat's teeth, that's why is better to buy them their own tools. You should ask a veterinarian what to use, when ever you visit one.
Reply:you can use a regular toothbrush, but not toothpaste (if swallowed it could cause major problems), go to the pet store and buy some there
Reply:I'm not sure about brushing it's teeth but if your wanting to freshen it's breath you can squirt scope into it's mouth. Just a little though, maybe half of a syringe. My dogs vet gave me the tip b/c they have awful breath. He's not supposed to swallow it. If you do it correctly he will spit it everywhere. Sit him in the bathtub when you try it.
Reply:Does your cat know how to spit while brushing? If not, then don't use human toothpaste....it can be toxic to animals.
Reply:water jet will do
hohoho...
Reply:there are toothbrushes specifically made for cats...if you can't get one of those use a small baby's soft toothbrush and only use toothpaste meant for cats. the best is an enzyme one. You'll get ur cat sick if you use human toothpaste.
Reply:Get sum special toothpast made for that, i know they make it, or use the kids kind that doesnt have any flouride, i think it still might hurt her tho, so i would talk to ur vet
Reply:Ya, the supplies r at the pet store.
DON'T GIVE HIM UR TOOTH PASTE!!! U DONT KNOW IF HES ALOUD. GO TO THE PET STORE!!
Reply:If you mean the ones we use, no. There are special kinds of toothbrushes and toothpaste made for cats. Buy that kind.
Can i brush my cat's teeth with a toothbrush and toothpaste?
You can use a toothbrush but DO NOT use toothpaste. The toothpaste is toxic and will kill your cat. However brushing your cats teeth with a very soft toothbrush and water will protect your cat from diseases such as peridontal disease. It will cause your cat pain, tooth loss, and very bad breath. Sometimes it can spread to the lungs, heart, liver, and kidney. To prevent this go to http://www.entirelypets.com/cettoothpast... and purchase one of the yummy flavors for your kitty. Mine hates anything with liver but loves vanilla mint and seafood. GOOD LUCK!
PS. These are tips for you to do this yourself Difficulty Level: average Time Required: 5 minutes
--------------------------------------...
Here's How:
Assemble supplies: sterile gauze, scissors, cat toothpaste (available at pet stores) or a weak sterile solution recommended by your veterinarian.
Wrap a strip of gauze around the index finger of your dominant hand and either dip it in the sterile solution, or apply a small amount of toothpaste to your fingertip.
Holding the cat in your lap, open his mouth
Gently rub your "finger brush" in a circular motion on his teeth, concentrating on the area next to the gums. Gently massage the gums at the same time. It's not necessary to do the back sides of the teeth.
Once your cat will tolerate this procedure, you can graduate to a small child's toothbrush.
Give kitty a few loving pats and kind words, along with a little treat to polish off with his shiny clean teeth.
Tips:
You might want to experiment with flavored toothpaste for cats. There is a fish-flavored one that I'm told is quite tasty.
If you start practicing examining your cats teeth at a very young age, this process will be much easier. See "How To Gentle a Kitten" for suggestions.
Bleeding of the gums is a sign your cat needs professional dental scaling by your veterinarian, so attend to that as soon as possible.
Reply:You can get supplies from a pet store to clean your cat's teeth, but don't use the brushes and paste designed for people.
Reply:ya not a good idea
Reply:dont use toothpaste if you do. Oh and a soft toothbrush like a baby one
Reply:I would like to see you try that! If your cat allowed you to do it, the cat would be a rarity.
Reply:It's good to brush a pet's teeth, yes, but don't do it with people toothpaste. You are right, it can make them sick. They make special toothpaste for animals...and they even Like it! Good luck.
Reply:TOOTHBRUSH YES TOOTHPASTE NO GET PETS TOOTHPASTE CUZ STUFF 4 HUMANS R NOT GUD 4 PETS
Reply:Sure , cats like fish - but that toothpaste says "Tartar CONTROL" , not "Tartar SAUCE". ok...that was kinda random , yet fitting , don't you agree?
Reply:I would suggest you not to do it because animals have other tools for certain things they need, just like we buy certain we need in order to accomplish something. I encourage you to visit a store for animals, there you can ask someone ansd I'm sure they'll help you out. However, don't do what your thinking because sometimes that may affect the cat's teeth, that's why is better to buy them their own tools. You should ask a veterinarian what to use, when ever you visit one.
Reply:you can use a regular toothbrush, but not toothpaste (if swallowed it could cause major problems), go to the pet store and buy some there
Reply:I'm not sure about brushing it's teeth but if your wanting to freshen it's breath you can squirt scope into it's mouth. Just a little though, maybe half of a syringe. My dogs vet gave me the tip b/c they have awful breath. He's not supposed to swallow it. If you do it correctly he will spit it everywhere. Sit him in the bathtub when you try it.
Reply:Does your cat know how to spit while brushing? If not, then don't use human toothpaste....it can be toxic to animals.
Reply:water jet will do
hohoho...
Reply:there are toothbrushes specifically made for cats...if you can't get one of those use a small baby's soft toothbrush and only use toothpaste meant for cats. the best is an enzyme one. You'll get ur cat sick if you use human toothpaste.
Reply:Get sum special toothpast made for that, i know they make it, or use the kids kind that doesnt have any flouride, i think it still might hurt her tho, so i would talk to ur vet
Reply:Ya, the supplies r at the pet store.
DON'T GIVE HIM UR TOOTH PASTE!!! U DONT KNOW IF HES ALOUD. GO TO THE PET STORE!!
Reply:If you mean the ones we use, no. There are special kinds of toothbrushes and toothpaste made for cats. Buy that kind.
Can you clean a cat's teeth/mouth?
your a thrill seeker arn't you:) vets put them under lightly to do it
Can you clean a cat's teeth/mouth?
yes you can with a tooth brush no joke
Reply:Take a slug, beet it up with a shoelace, hang it out to dry, then make a fine crushed paste. Lather your cat's tastebuds in this divine squish.
Reply:yes... but unless you have done so from kittenhood, you are better off taking them to the vet for this procedure. the vet will put them out first, then clean their teeth. if you have a senior cat, you might just want to leave well enough alone, since the anesthesia may do more harm to them than the dirty teeth...
Reply:i think so, but ask your vet.or s.p.c.a.
Reply:Yes you can. Its called a scraper tool. Go to Petsmart and ask for it. I use to scrape my cats teeth all the time. Then her teeth went from yellow to white.
Reply:Yes, you can. You can consult your vet about the options. But, you can brush the teeth with special pet's paste. Or you can buy special food that will scrub the teeth and help control tartar and promote healthy gums. Science Hills T/c is one option. There is a product derived from algae that you sprinkle on top of the food, that apparently helps clean teeth, but I have not tried it.
Reply:yes u can either use a toothbrush and do it urself or take him to the vet and have a dental cleaning! they have to go under anesthsia for it tho! depends on the age of ur cat as to which id do! and its kinda expensive! i work for a vet and we charge 106.00 mainly for the anesthesia!
Reply:yes they make spatial tooth past and brushes
Reply:I brush my cat's teeth once a week with special toothpaste for cats , never use human toothpaste, this is in addition to a healthy diet of quality cat food to maintain good health and good dental care. Highly recommended .
Reply:Other than a professional cleaning at a vet's office, you can buy dental chews for cats. Also, feeding him/her dry food helps keep their teeth clean.
Reply:Yes you can - as long as they are pretty docile.
I used to clean my dogs teeth with dog toothpaste and a regular human toothbrush... it wasn't his favorite thing, but he got used to it. Saves on vet bills.
Reply:Yes they sell special toothbrushes as well as toothpaste at many pet supply stores. However, you can also take your cat to a Vet and have a deep cleaning done, but they usually put the cat under anesthesia for that to reduce stress.
Reply:The steps involved in getting your cat to accept having his teeth brushed is much like the gentle and gradual process involved in introducing him to nail-clipping. Long before the toothbrush is ever brought out, Kitty must be comfortable sitting on your lap while you tenderly massage his mouth and lip area. (You can sneak this into your petting session.) When your cat is comfortable with the muzzle handling, then start to rub the teeth and gums with your index finger. (Be sure your fingernails do not poke into the sensitive gums!) It is best to start with the canines (fangs) and those teeth just behind them. If Kitty is OK with this then you can wrap a piece of cheesecloth around your finger. If will probably be more acceptable to Kitty if it is smeared with something delicious. Some cats like the taste of the poultry toothpaste that is formulated especially for cats. Do not attempt to open Kitty's mouth until he is completely comfortable with these steps. Some very relaxed kitties will accept the introduction of a finger toothbrush (made especially for pets) or a 2-row child's toothbrush into his mouth, but don't push it. Every step of this procedure should be positive and accompanied by praise and rewards. Any impatience on the owner's part will only delay the successful performance of this procedure. If you don't think you have what it takes, then it is better to let your veterinarian take care of your cat's dental hygiene.
Reply:I bought a kit at the pet store with a short toothbrush and brewer's yeast flavored toothpaste. Well, my cat's aren't thrilled about it, but they'll let me brush their teeth. My 15 year old cat just died from the poison cat food, but in his entire life he never had a tooth problem.
Reply:yeah, with a tooth brush. Make sure when you brush your cats teeth you use kitty tooth paste not the every day human tooth paste.
~I hope this helps
Reply:there is lots of tatar control treats that you can give your cat it really helps to you cats teeth clean
Reply:Most definitely!
Reply:Yes, and you really should.
Unfortunately, I was a bad mommy and just could not get either girl used to me brushing their teeth. I caved in and stopped trying.
I have since bought Wysong's DentaTreat - it's a powder that you sprinkle on their food. It's supposedly quite tasty and can be used as a bribe when you're trying to get them to try new foods too!
So of course my girls aren't crazy about it, so I don't use that as much as I should.
I researched the topic of dental health in cats, and found that there's really only one kind of treat that actually helps clean teeth - C.E.T. Dental Treats. So I bought some of those. They don't eat them. *sigh*
But at the same time I purchased C.E.T.'s additive that goes in the water. At this point, I figure it's worth a shot. So far as I can tell, they're still drinking.
Both girls (who incidentally were fed dry food for the first 1.5 years of their lives) have a good tartar buildup so I'll be taking them in for a cleaning soon.
I'm hoping that a combo of the powder and water additive, along with feeding them a good canned food, will help them in future.
Reply:Yes - it is difficult unless you started the cat as a kitten. BUT it is important that you do clean your cat's teeth. I discovered this when one of my cats developed teeth issues and had to have extractions. Thee are special kitty toothpastes and brushes available in vets and pet stores for this. There are also web sites that have videos or pictures that show you how to do it.
Can you clean a cat's teeth/mouth?
yes you can with a tooth brush no joke
Reply:Take a slug, beet it up with a shoelace, hang it out to dry, then make a fine crushed paste. Lather your cat's tastebuds in this divine squish.
Reply:yes... but unless you have done so from kittenhood, you are better off taking them to the vet for this procedure. the vet will put them out first, then clean their teeth. if you have a senior cat, you might just want to leave well enough alone, since the anesthesia may do more harm to them than the dirty teeth...
Reply:i think so, but ask your vet.or s.p.c.a.
Reply:Yes you can. Its called a scraper tool. Go to Petsmart and ask for it. I use to scrape my cats teeth all the time. Then her teeth went from yellow to white.
Reply:Yes, you can. You can consult your vet about the options. But, you can brush the teeth with special pet's paste. Or you can buy special food that will scrub the teeth and help control tartar and promote healthy gums. Science Hills T/c is one option. There is a product derived from algae that you sprinkle on top of the food, that apparently helps clean teeth, but I have not tried it.
Reply:yes u can either use a toothbrush and do it urself or take him to the vet and have a dental cleaning! they have to go under anesthsia for it tho! depends on the age of ur cat as to which id do! and its kinda expensive! i work for a vet and we charge 106.00 mainly for the anesthesia!
Reply:yes they make spatial tooth past and brushes
Reply:I brush my cat's teeth once a week with special toothpaste for cats , never use human toothpaste, this is in addition to a healthy diet of quality cat food to maintain good health and good dental care. Highly recommended .
Reply:Other than a professional cleaning at a vet's office, you can buy dental chews for cats. Also, feeding him/her dry food helps keep their teeth clean.
Reply:Yes you can - as long as they are pretty docile.
I used to clean my dogs teeth with dog toothpaste and a regular human toothbrush... it wasn't his favorite thing, but he got used to it. Saves on vet bills.
Reply:Yes they sell special toothbrushes as well as toothpaste at many pet supply stores. However, you can also take your cat to a Vet and have a deep cleaning done, but they usually put the cat under anesthesia for that to reduce stress.
Reply:The steps involved in getting your cat to accept having his teeth brushed is much like the gentle and gradual process involved in introducing him to nail-clipping. Long before the toothbrush is ever brought out, Kitty must be comfortable sitting on your lap while you tenderly massage his mouth and lip area. (You can sneak this into your petting session.) When your cat is comfortable with the muzzle handling, then start to rub the teeth and gums with your index finger. (Be sure your fingernails do not poke into the sensitive gums!) It is best to start with the canines (fangs) and those teeth just behind them. If Kitty is OK with this then you can wrap a piece of cheesecloth around your finger. If will probably be more acceptable to Kitty if it is smeared with something delicious. Some cats like the taste of the poultry toothpaste that is formulated especially for cats. Do not attempt to open Kitty's mouth until he is completely comfortable with these steps. Some very relaxed kitties will accept the introduction of a finger toothbrush (made especially for pets) or a 2-row child's toothbrush into his mouth, but don't push it. Every step of this procedure should be positive and accompanied by praise and rewards. Any impatience on the owner's part will only delay the successful performance of this procedure. If you don't think you have what it takes, then it is better to let your veterinarian take care of your cat's dental hygiene.
Reply:I bought a kit at the pet store with a short toothbrush and brewer's yeast flavored toothpaste. Well, my cat's aren't thrilled about it, but they'll let me brush their teeth. My 15 year old cat just died from the poison cat food, but in his entire life he never had a tooth problem.
Reply:yeah, with a tooth brush. Make sure when you brush your cats teeth you use kitty tooth paste not the every day human tooth paste.
~I hope this helps
Reply:there is lots of tatar control treats that you can give your cat it really helps to you cats teeth clean
Reply:Most definitely!
Reply:Yes, and you really should.
Unfortunately, I was a bad mommy and just could not get either girl used to me brushing their teeth. I caved in and stopped trying.
I have since bought Wysong's DentaTreat - it's a powder that you sprinkle on their food. It's supposedly quite tasty and can be used as a bribe when you're trying to get them to try new foods too!
So of course my girls aren't crazy about it, so I don't use that as much as I should.
I researched the topic of dental health in cats, and found that there's really only one kind of treat that actually helps clean teeth - C.E.T. Dental Treats. So I bought some of those. They don't eat them. *sigh*
But at the same time I purchased C.E.T.'s additive that goes in the water. At this point, I figure it's worth a shot. So far as I can tell, they're still drinking.
Both girls (who incidentally were fed dry food for the first 1.5 years of their lives) have a good tartar buildup so I'll be taking them in for a cleaning soon.
I'm hoping that a combo of the powder and water additive, along with feeding them a good canned food, will help them in future.
Reply:Yes - it is difficult unless you started the cat as a kitten. BUT it is important that you do clean your cat's teeth. I discovered this when one of my cats developed teeth issues and had to have extractions. Thee are special kitty toothpastes and brushes available in vets and pet stores for this. There are also web sites that have videos or pictures that show you how to do it.
Why does my cat rub his nose and teeth on my face?
My cat will always rub his nose and lips/teeth on my face. I'm assuming it's a form of affection. Am I the only one?
Why does my cat rub his nose and teeth on my face?
no all cats do that
Reply:he loves you! or he's itchy, but i prefer to think its love!
Reply:he's marking his territory, all cats do that
Reply:No.
In male cats it is very common. He simply likes you.
My cat does the same thing.
cats have scent glands on their cheeks so he is just showing you affection.
Personally i like it because i know he likes me.
Hope i helped!!!
Reply:Mine does it too !! (monte the gray one in my pic) , sometimes he opens his mouth just a little , an ends up Nipping at my forhead *ouch* .. But i love the bugger !!
Reply:They have scent glands there and are marking their territory!
Reply:to leave his scent to kinda say he owns you lol but seriousley thats what it means
Reply:He loves you a lot. My previous cat used to do this all the time. Aside from being affectionate, he's marking you with his scent to show other cats that you belong to him.
Lucky you.
Reply:My cat does it all the time. It's affection. It's also a way of marking you and claiming you as his person. I think of them as kitty kisses.
Reply:yes they only do that with people they like. usually only with family %26amp; not all of them do it after their grown
Reply:when cat gets itchy it rubs the hard surface probably it is wood but when cat rubs on your face it is sharing your energy and love you give to the animal. they are more sensitive to human vibes than we intellectuals are.
wish you happy rubbing
Reply:He LOVES you! That's a cat greeting they give to close friends and mama. Be grateful he's not a drooler, they get really sloppy when they say 'I love you'!
Try rubbing him back along the jaw line or lip line, from front to back, that's what a cat would do in return.
Ours also give head bangs, which hurt and make my glasses fall off, but they think it's fun... go figure.
Why does my cat rub his nose and teeth on my face?
no all cats do that
Reply:he loves you! or he's itchy, but i prefer to think its love!
Reply:he's marking his territory, all cats do that
Reply:No.
In male cats it is very common. He simply likes you.
My cat does the same thing.
cats have scent glands on their cheeks so he is just showing you affection.
Personally i like it because i know he likes me.
Hope i helped!!!
Reply:Mine does it too !! (monte the gray one in my pic) , sometimes he opens his mouth just a little , an ends up Nipping at my forhead *ouch* .. But i love the bugger !!
Reply:They have scent glands there and are marking their territory!
Reply:to leave his scent to kinda say he owns you lol but seriousley thats what it means
Reply:He loves you a lot. My previous cat used to do this all the time. Aside from being affectionate, he's marking you with his scent to show other cats that you belong to him.
Lucky you.
Reply:My cat does it all the time. It's affection. It's also a way of marking you and claiming you as his person. I think of them as kitty kisses.
Reply:yes they only do that with people they like. usually only with family %26amp; not all of them do it after their grown
Reply:when cat gets itchy it rubs the hard surface probably it is wood but when cat rubs on your face it is sharing your energy and love you give to the animal. they are more sensitive to human vibes than we intellectuals are.
wish you happy rubbing
Reply:He LOVES you! That's a cat greeting they give to close friends and mama. Be grateful he's not a drooler, they get really sloppy when they say 'I love you'!
Try rubbing him back along the jaw line or lip line, from front to back, that's what a cat would do in return.
Ours also give head bangs, which hurt and make my glasses fall off, but they think it's fun... go figure.
Do I need to brush my cat's teeth. His gums look a little red where thye connect to the teeth.?
I have had several cats over the years and had always had their teeth cleaned pretty much yearly - as the cost of cleaning is less than the cost of looking after a cat with an infected mouth.
Then a new Vet began to work at the clinic and she suggested that I feed my cat some special vet food designed for oral care as she was feeding it to her cats and their teeth were great. (Hills Prescription TD - but I am sure there are others) Well, I am here to say that almost 5 years later I have not had to have my cats teeth cleaned - they look wonderful and her health is great too. She is 9 and all my previous cats didn't eat this food and were having yearly anesthetic for cleanings and all died of various liver, kidney and cancer problems. She - in the 5 years I have had her had never had anesthetic and she is fit as a fiddle. I am not saying that anesthetic causes problems, I am just saying that doing it regularly may have weakened my animals health.
If your cats teeth need cleaning - please do it, then perhaps through diet you could maintain the teeth so they will need cleaning less frequently.
Do I need to brush my cat's teeth. His gums look a little red where thye connect to the teeth.?
if you can it's a good idea, regular cleaning by your vet is a must also. If gums are now red you should get an appointment with Vet asap
Reply:yes you can and should...
do not feed a lot of canned food either as this contributes to gum disease and rotting teeth - dry is much better....
Reply:Probably you should consider upon taking him to his vet.
I've Never Heard of brushing a cat's teeth, i have heard about brushing dogs' Teeth.
Reply:definitely check in with your vet about your cats gums. also, check a local pet supply store for dental care products for cats.
i know they have them for dogs (doggie tooth brushes and bones to help clean plaque)
good luck and i hope everything is o.k!
Reply:yes you do need to brush your cats teeth. cats teeth need looking after as much as human teeth. when a humans gum is red next to the tooth, then it means they have gum desease. you can find many books about cats health in libaries or you could ask your vet for more advice on how to do it and how often to do it.
Reply:If it's that bad, then you need to brush them.
But do it daily, and begin promptly.
Reply:By all means brush his teeth. Start out by rubbing his gums with a finger , gently. Then graduate to a soft cloth, then a wash cloth. You can buy doggie toothpaste at the pet store and also a soft brush. Brush softly while holding and petting him and he will actually enjoy it.
Reply:Yes, and get a dental appointment with the vet, I think he has gingivitis now.
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Then a new Vet began to work at the clinic and she suggested that I feed my cat some special vet food designed for oral care as she was feeding it to her cats and their teeth were great. (Hills Prescription TD - but I am sure there are others) Well, I am here to say that almost 5 years later I have not had to have my cats teeth cleaned - they look wonderful and her health is great too. She is 9 and all my previous cats didn't eat this food and were having yearly anesthetic for cleanings and all died of various liver, kidney and cancer problems. She - in the 5 years I have had her had never had anesthetic and she is fit as a fiddle. I am not saying that anesthetic causes problems, I am just saying that doing it regularly may have weakened my animals health.
If your cats teeth need cleaning - please do it, then perhaps through diet you could maintain the teeth so they will need cleaning less frequently.
Do I need to brush my cat's teeth. His gums look a little red where thye connect to the teeth.?
if you can it's a good idea, regular cleaning by your vet is a must also. If gums are now red you should get an appointment with Vet asap
Reply:yes you can and should...
do not feed a lot of canned food either as this contributes to gum disease and rotting teeth - dry is much better....
Reply:Probably you should consider upon taking him to his vet.
I've Never Heard of brushing a cat's teeth, i have heard about brushing dogs' Teeth.
Reply:definitely check in with your vet about your cats gums. also, check a local pet supply store for dental care products for cats.
i know they have them for dogs (doggie tooth brushes and bones to help clean plaque)
good luck and i hope everything is o.k!
Reply:yes you do need to brush your cats teeth. cats teeth need looking after as much as human teeth. when a humans gum is red next to the tooth, then it means they have gum desease. you can find many books about cats health in libaries or you could ask your vet for more advice on how to do it and how often to do it.
Reply:If it's that bad, then you need to brush them.
But do it daily, and begin promptly.
Reply:By all means brush his teeth. Start out by rubbing his gums with a finger , gently. Then graduate to a soft cloth, then a wash cloth. You can buy doggie toothpaste at the pet store and also a soft brush. Brush softly while holding and petting him and he will actually enjoy it.
Reply:Yes, and get a dental appointment with the vet, I think he has gingivitis now.
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What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a picture of a cat
a mountain lion
a kitten
What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a dog
Reply:a dog............DUH
Reply:big cat
Reply:Acaterpillar Bulldozer.
Reply:Cat Woman, or any other species of large mammals that are related to cats!
Reply:possum?
i have absolutely no idea
Reply:lion? I am guessing! Please, let me get it
Reply:A bobcat or a lynx. They can actually mate with a domesticated cat.
Reply:A picture of the cat.
Reply:it is a dog
Reply:could be any one of a number of cat like animals Small cats purr (big cats Roar Tiger Lion Leopard and Jaguar)
The ones on this list do neither.
Snow Leopard The only other true big cat
Cheetah
Lynx
Bobcat
Ocelot
Puma (other names: catamount, cougar, mountain lion, painted cat, panther)
Clouded Leopard
THE DEFINITION OF KITTEN IS YOUNG DOMESTIC CAT, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT also a baby rabbit is refered to as a kitten
Reply:A Kitten
Reply:kitten! what else?
Reply:Duh a kitten
Reply:its a kitten
a mountain lion
a kitten
What looks looks like a cat, has claws like a cat, has ears like a cat, has teeth like a cat but not a cat???
a dog
Reply:a dog............DUH
Reply:big cat
Reply:Acaterpillar Bulldozer.
Reply:Cat Woman, or any other species of large mammals that are related to cats!
Reply:possum?
i have absolutely no idea
Reply:lion? I am guessing! Please, let me get it
Reply:A bobcat or a lynx. They can actually mate with a domesticated cat.
Reply:A picture of the cat.
Reply:it is a dog
Reply:could be any one of a number of cat like animals Small cats purr (big cats Roar Tiger Lion Leopard and Jaguar)
The ones on this list do neither.
Snow Leopard The only other true big cat
Cheetah
Lynx
Bobcat
Ocelot
Puma (other names: catamount, cougar, mountain lion, painted cat, panther)
Clouded Leopard
THE DEFINITION OF KITTEN IS YOUNG DOMESTIC CAT, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT also a baby rabbit is refered to as a kitten
Reply:A Kitten
Reply:kitten! what else?
Reply:Duh a kitten
Reply:its a kitten
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Hi, my cat is six years old, twelve pounds and due for a teeth cleaning. I've heard stories about pets not waking up from anesthesia and I'm wondering if this is common or a freak thing that happens. Thank you!
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Well, my cat just went under anesthesia for an operation and he was fine. That is just a freak accident that happens usally when the cat is really old. Cats live along time so 6 years isn't an old cat. Just relax and your cat will be fine.
Reply:It's pretty safe. If death was common, they would not use it. Most of it relies on how good the vet is and if he knows what he is doing.
Reply:If your vet is not using the isofluorine gas for anesthesia then find a vet who does use it. It is a freak thing that can happen. I can only say that my Cameo had her teeth cleaned every year from age 15 to 22 and had no problems.
Her last cleaning was very expensive - she went in in the morning and was given fluids, had the cleaning around noon, and stayed to receive more fluids in the afternoon before she came home. While under anesthesia she was on a heart monitor and blood pressure cuff. Those were extraordinary measure because of her advanced age.
There should be no problems with a six year old cat. My 16 yr old cat just had a routine cleaning last month.
Reply:Get preoperative bloodwork. The price for it can be wildly different at each vet. Mine charged $25, I've heard quotes as high as 80 so call around. The bloodwork can determine whether or not its safe for the pet to be put under and a good vet will use it to make an informed decison as to whether the benefits of the procedure outweigh the risk.
Reply:When we clean a cats teeth, we do labwork first to determine overall health--kidney and liver function especially. They receive a complete physical exam. They receive an IV catheter and IV fluids to combat dehydration and to keep blood pressure normal. Heart, oxygen and blood pressure are monitored. They are placed on a warm pad and are given warm fluids. They are induced with propoflo (just about the safest anesthesia there is) and intubated and maintained on Isoflurane. A CVT does the monitoring and cleaning. Antibiotics are dispensed as needed, depending on degree of infection. Pain medication is given as well as dispensed if there are any extractions. After the procedure, they are monitored and placed on warming pads until fully awake and walking. Several hours later they are offered food. We send them home at the end of the day. It is rare for us to have anesthetic problems, as we do everything we can to assure a safe and healthy outcome. Individual reactions can not be predicted, but it is very uncommon at our practice. You can ask your vet what protocol they use and make an informed decision. By the way, most of the pets who need dental cleanings are rather elderly and they do great, too! :) I persnally clean my pets teeth whenever I need to, and I don't worry one bit.
Reply:For an elective procedure such as dentistry, your vet will recommend lab work prior to anesthesia. ( Just like your Dr. would require of you ).
It costs more, but it will let your Vet know about the basic health of your cat before administering anesthesia. This is important because if there is say, a liver situation going on, the Vet probably would elect to wait for the dental. (take care of the liver, then the teeth.)
I would also have fluids run during the procedure. Once again this costs more, but keeps your cat hydrated and leaves an open line for additional meds, should they be necessary.
I bet your cat will be ok, although no one can predict.
Different anesthetics are available nowadays and your Vet can pick which combinations are the best for your pet.
Reply:We use Isoflorane where I work %26amp; it is very safe.Anesthesia is always a risk, but it is a very small % of pets who have a problem.It is more likely your cat gets gingivitis or an abscessed tooth from lack of dental care.So keep your cat healthy %26amp; clean those teeth!
Reply:Anesthesia deaths were more common years ago, though they were rare even then.
With improved gas anesthesia and the modern monitoring equipment, anesthesia deaths are now very unusual. They can still happen, of course, because nothing is sure in life, but I work at a busy clinic and in the six years I have been there, we have had no anesthesia deaths and only one serious adverse reaction -- a cat whose body temperature got very low during recovery. She recovered well once we got her on a heating pad and applied hot water bottles.
Ask if the cat is going to be intubated and if a vet tech will be monitoring the cat during the procedure. The answer to both questions should be yes. If not, I would take the cat elsewhere.
Reply:As in all things, unforeseen things can happen. Vets take great precautions, and that usually starts with blood tests. That allows them to know if there are any underlying problems so they can tailor the anesthesia.
There are no guarantees, but if your cat has teeth problems, there is almost a guarantee of serious things happening if it is not attended to.
When my cat had her dental work done, not only were her teeth cleaned, a sealer was put on, and it has been very effective, even several years later. It was done under anesthesia, and she was older than your cat.
Will My Cat be Safe Under Anesthesia/Teeth Cleaning?
Well, my cat just went under anesthesia for an operation and he was fine. That is just a freak accident that happens usally when the cat is really old. Cats live along time so 6 years isn't an old cat. Just relax and your cat will be fine.
Reply:It's pretty safe. If death was common, they would not use it. Most of it relies on how good the vet is and if he knows what he is doing.
Reply:If your vet is not using the isofluorine gas for anesthesia then find a vet who does use it. It is a freak thing that can happen. I can only say that my Cameo had her teeth cleaned every year from age 15 to 22 and had no problems.
Her last cleaning was very expensive - she went in in the morning and was given fluids, had the cleaning around noon, and stayed to receive more fluids in the afternoon before she came home. While under anesthesia she was on a heart monitor and blood pressure cuff. Those were extraordinary measure because of her advanced age.
There should be no problems with a six year old cat. My 16 yr old cat just had a routine cleaning last month.
Reply:Get preoperative bloodwork. The price for it can be wildly different at each vet. Mine charged $25, I've heard quotes as high as 80 so call around. The bloodwork can determine whether or not its safe for the pet to be put under and a good vet will use it to make an informed decison as to whether the benefits of the procedure outweigh the risk.
Reply:When we clean a cats teeth, we do labwork first to determine overall health--kidney and liver function especially. They receive a complete physical exam. They receive an IV catheter and IV fluids to combat dehydration and to keep blood pressure normal. Heart, oxygen and blood pressure are monitored. They are placed on a warm pad and are given warm fluids. They are induced with propoflo (just about the safest anesthesia there is) and intubated and maintained on Isoflurane. A CVT does the monitoring and cleaning. Antibiotics are dispensed as needed, depending on degree of infection. Pain medication is given as well as dispensed if there are any extractions. After the procedure, they are monitored and placed on warming pads until fully awake and walking. Several hours later they are offered food. We send them home at the end of the day. It is rare for us to have anesthetic problems, as we do everything we can to assure a safe and healthy outcome. Individual reactions can not be predicted, but it is very uncommon at our practice. You can ask your vet what protocol they use and make an informed decision. By the way, most of the pets who need dental cleanings are rather elderly and they do great, too! :) I persnally clean my pets teeth whenever I need to, and I don't worry one bit.
Reply:For an elective procedure such as dentistry, your vet will recommend lab work prior to anesthesia. ( Just like your Dr. would require of you ).
It costs more, but it will let your Vet know about the basic health of your cat before administering anesthesia. This is important because if there is say, a liver situation going on, the Vet probably would elect to wait for the dental. (take care of the liver, then the teeth.)
I would also have fluids run during the procedure. Once again this costs more, but keeps your cat hydrated and leaves an open line for additional meds, should they be necessary.
I bet your cat will be ok, although no one can predict.
Different anesthetics are available nowadays and your Vet can pick which combinations are the best for your pet.
Reply:We use Isoflorane where I work %26amp; it is very safe.Anesthesia is always a risk, but it is a very small % of pets who have a problem.It is more likely your cat gets gingivitis or an abscessed tooth from lack of dental care.So keep your cat healthy %26amp; clean those teeth!
Reply:Anesthesia deaths were more common years ago, though they were rare even then.
With improved gas anesthesia and the modern monitoring equipment, anesthesia deaths are now very unusual. They can still happen, of course, because nothing is sure in life, but I work at a busy clinic and in the six years I have been there, we have had no anesthesia deaths and only one serious adverse reaction -- a cat whose body temperature got very low during recovery. She recovered well once we got her on a heating pad and applied hot water bottles.
Ask if the cat is going to be intubated and if a vet tech will be monitoring the cat during the procedure. The answer to both questions should be yes. If not, I would take the cat elsewhere.
Reply:As in all things, unforeseen things can happen. Vets take great precautions, and that usually starts with blood tests. That allows them to know if there are any underlying problems so they can tailor the anesthesia.
There are no guarantees, but if your cat has teeth problems, there is almost a guarantee of serious things happening if it is not attended to.
When my cat had her dental work done, not only were her teeth cleaned, a sealer was put on, and it has been very effective, even several years later. It was done under anesthesia, and she was older than your cat.
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