Dental Service for Pets at the Camden County Animal Shelter

Gloucester Township, NJ -- The Camden County Animal Shelter’s Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic now offers pet dental services on Mondays.

“We encourage pet owners to learn more about dental care, and understand how vital it is to maintain your pet’s health,” Camden County Freeholder Jeffery Nash, liaison to the Camden County Animal Shelter, said in a statement Monday morning. “Our pets are special to us and it’s important we provide the services and care they need and deserve. It is just as important to maintain their dental hygiene as it is our own.”

Dental services will be offered to cats and dogs from 1-7 years old. Any pet older than 7 must have blood-work prior to anesthesia as a safety precaution. Bloodwork from referred veterinarians completed within the last six months will be accepted. Routine dental includes teeth scaling and polish.

Dental disease can cause a number of preventable illnesses including: gum disease, pain, infection, bad breath, lethargy, and can cause loss of teeth and appetite.

If gum disease is not treated it can create an infection that can travel through the bloodstream. It is recommended that an annual cleaning and polishing be completed along with routine health care.

Gingivitis is caused when plaque builds up around the gum line and if not regularly cleaned it can develop into Periodontal Disease.

Prices are as follows:

Cat and dogs up to 25 pounds: $150

Dogs 26 lbs to 50 pounds: $175

Dogs 51 lbs to 100 pounds: $200

Dogs 101 lbs to 125 pounds: $230

The fee includes pre-dental exam, anesthesia, routine dental and polish and an antibiotic injection, as well as a $2 medical waste fee.

Pets with excessive tarter build-up will be assessed $30 to $50 additional for the cleaning. Pain medication is available if warranted. Dates and prices are subject to change.

“Keeping and maintaining your pet’s health is a priority, and we are very excited about adding affordable dental care to our list of services. Our research has shown some local veterinarians charge up to $650 for this service,” Camden County Animal Shelter Executive Director Vicki Rowland said. “Our goal is to educate the community and provide an affordable solution for pet owners.”

The Camden County Animal Shelter Clinic is located at 125 County House Road in the Blackwood section of Gloucester Township.

It offers a low-cost spay/neuter and vaccine services, as well as tests and flea treatment. Public Spay/neuter surgery takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Walk-in vaccine clinic takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

For more information, visit www.ccasnj.org or call 856-401-1300 ext. 100 or ext. 109 to schedule an appointment.

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