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Anesthesia-free dentistry, or non-professional dental scaling, can pose serious risks to your pet. Without anesthesia, pets may move suddenly, increasing the chance of injury to their gums or mouth, and even risking bites to the clinician. More importantly, effective dental care requires cleaning beneath the gumline, where disease begins—something that is uncomfortable and unsafe without anesthesia. Proper procedures also protect your pet’s airway and prevent debris from entering the lungs. Cosmetic-only cleanings may look helpful but do not address underlying dental disease.

Fleas and ticks are not just minor nuisances; they can transmit serious and sometimes life-threatening diseases, some of which can be passed to people. Even indoor-only pets are at risk because fleas and ticks can hitch a ride inside on your clothing, shoes, or other pets. Keeping your pet on a monthly preventive is your best bet for protecting your pet—and your family—against these parasites.

If you purchase preventives from sources other than a veterinary hospital or a website affiliated with a veterinary hospital, you don’t have any guarantee that the product is authentic or that it has been stored and shipped properly. When you order from your veterinarian, you’ll have the added benefit of being able to rely on his or her expertise and knowledge of your pet’s medical history.