Clean Teeth and Shots for Pets

Regular dental cleanings can improve the health and even prolong the life of dogs and cats, which is why  holds a monthly dental and shot clinic.

The clinics are held the third Sunday of every month. Shots and dental services are provided at the clinics.

Customers can get rabies, bordetella and DHPP vaccine shots for their pets.

For $155, pets can receive a dental cleaning. The price changes depending on how often the dog or cat receives the treatment.

“We like that there was an option to do the dental clinic without anesthesia, with a more holistic approach, which is what we are always looking for,” Brianna Barron, the owner’s daughter said. “It is safer for animals, and cheaper.”

Robert Dunn, a dental technician specialist for dogs and cats, said that animals can get gingivitis and gum disease just like people. In addition, they also continually ingest the bacteria that develop in their mouths.

Instead of using anesthesia, Dunn wraps the animals in a towel, which he said is used to comfort, not restrain them. He said putting animals under anesthesia just for a teeth cleaning is unnecessary.

“We take it one tooth at a time,” Dunn said.  

The most important thing to do is comfort and praise the animals while they are being treated.

“They actually like it once they get used to it,” Dunn said.