MSN: Vet says reason dogs and cats lose their teeth isn't to do with old age Vet says reason dogs and cats lose their teeth isn't to do with old age Q: I noticed the other day that my cat’s tooth had fallen out. She doesn’t seem to be acting any different, but I wondered if I should be worried. A: For the most part, cats lose their teeth for two ...

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Pet owners know all too well the anxiety that comes with concerns for their furry friends' health, especially when it comes to dental issues. It's a common sight to see dogs and cats lose their baby ... Maintaining healthy teeth is obviously important for us, but the same is also true for our cats. Although we may not think about a cat’s dental health quite as often as ours—and attempting to brush ...

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My vet is telling me that she should have my cat’s long canine teeth removed. Why? She is fine. She is eating well and seems completely normal. True, she has started eating soft foods in addition to ...

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Up to 90% of cats over age 4 have gingivitis, periodontitis, or another type of dental disease. Brushing your cat's teeth daily, or as often as you can, may help prevent oral health issues. You can ... Tooth resorption occurs when odontoclasts, cells that normally dissolve and absorb the roots of baby teeth as the adult teeth erupt, instead attack adult teeth.