Did you know February is Pet Dental Health Month? Vets clinics across North America dedicate their marketing programs to raising awareness about the importance of oral hygiene in our pets.
Just like us, our pets can suffer from such dental issues as plaque buildup, gum disease and tooth decay.
If we take proactive steps, though, we can prevent these and ensure our pets' overall well-being.
I've been fortunate with Bella. Dental care is a priority at our vet clinic. And then … a couple of months ago, I went to a networking event at -- of all places! -- a dentistry
clinic for pets.
Elevated Pet Dentistry recently opened on Sprague Avenue in Spokane Valley with Dr. Madelynn Mayes running the ship.
Maddie has been a veterinarian for 13 years, after graduating from Washington State University in 2010. She was one of only 40 students selected to take an online dental course and wet lab, sparking her interest in dentistry.
She started her career as a rural mixed animal practitioner and then transitioned to small animal-only work.
But a specialization, a niche, kept calling to her.
She nurtured her passion by completing numerous advanced dental training courses with specialists across the country. Her learning helped her improve her technique and proficiency in all areas of general and advanced dental care.
Let's meet Maddie and have her tell us all about it.
What to listen for
3:26 The impact of dental issues on our pets
8:33 Which dog breeds are more prone to dental issues
10:02 Dental issues that are common in cats
13:18 What we can do at home to care for our pets' teeth
17:19 How often our pets should have their teeth cleaned

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