Preparing Your Pet for Their First Professional Dental Cleaning

Preparing Your Pet for Their First Professional Dental Cleaning

By the old age of two or three, most pets are ready for their first dental appointment. Preparing pets for their first dental cleaning is typically not a big deal, but knowing what to expect can help you to prepare for the visit. 
Cat Dental Woes: Identifying and Treating Common Feline Oral Issues

Cat Dental Woes: Identifying and Treating Common Feline Oral Issues

Did you know that many health issues cats face can begin with oral problems? Cat dental diseases are common and can have severe consequences if left unaddressed.  At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, we understand the importance of feline dental care. Caring for your cat’s smile is part of what we do best—offering comprehensive dental care […]
Detecting and Addressing Common Pet Dental Issues

Detecting and Addressing Common Pet Dental Issues

Everybody needs occasional reminders. That’s why we have stickers on the windshield stating how many miles before the next oil change, or appointment cards for the eye doctor. In the same way, February provides an important nudge towards pet dental care. Without regular professional cleanings and brushing at home, pets can suffer unnecessarily from common […]
Understanding Periodontal Disease in Pets: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Understanding Periodontal Disease in Pets: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

At Rocklin Ranch Animal Hospital, we’re firm believers in the power of a pet’s smile. Every furry companion deserves top-notch dental health because what’s happening in their mouths matters for their whole body. Periodontal disease? It’s on the radar for many pet parents. Understanding the details is important to keeping our four-legged friends healthy for […]
Is Dog Dental Care a Must Do?

Is Dog Dental Care a Must Do?

As humans, dental hygiene is pretty important. Daily brushing, flossing, mouthwash, and periodic dentist visits are on most of our to-do lists. When it comes to our canine companions, though, dental care seems to fall down the list of importance. Contrary to popular belief, bad doggy breath is not the norm! Dog dental care is […]
Pearly Whites: How To Brush Your Pet’s Teeth

Pearly Whites: How To Brush Your Pet’s Teeth

There’s plenty of pet care advice out there, but when it comes to your pet’s health and longevity, we think dental health is a top priority. That’s because it’s one of the best ways that you, as a pet owner, can give your pet a great quality of life.  By the time pets are 4 […]
What Are Pet Dental Chews, and Are They Worth All the Hype?

What Are Pet Dental Chews, and Are They Worth All the Hype?

Taking care of your pet’s teeth is one of the most important tasks, but it’s not always the easiest. Whether it’s pet resistance or financial barriers, there might always be certain obstacles in the way.  Luckily, there are other ways to help prevent periodontal disease, such as certain readily available products that aim to promote […]
Pearly Whites: The Importance of Feline Dental Care

Pearly Whites: The Importance of Feline Dental Care

Many cat owners probably aren’t aware that oral health disease is the most common health issue their cats face. But the fact is that by the time cats reach the age of 3, over 85% of them have some form of dental disease. And without proper feline dental care, the condition of their teeth will […]
Taking a Bite Out of Pet Dental X-Rays

Taking a Bite Out of Pet Dental X-Rays

We’ve all been to the dentist and held those bite wing plates in our mouth while they obtained x-rays. While a little uncomfortable for a moment, we put up with it because we know how important it is for our dentist to see what is going on under our gum line. Many people don’t realize, […]
BOOM! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs Of 2018

BOOM! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs Of 2018

Another year has come to a close, and for many of us this is a time to reflect on the past twelve months, and to ponder what can be done to make the coming year even better. As exciting as it can be to forge ahead with new resolutions in 2019, taking a moment to […]