In recent years, we have become more aware of how important our pet's dental health is to their overall health. Approximately 60% of all pets over the age of 3 have some sort of dental disease. To prevent dental disease from causing more negative health effects to our pets, regular exams by their veterinarian and a good at-home dental care routine are very important. The gold standard in at-home care is brushing our furry friend's teeth, just like we brush our own, every day. Even the most seasoned veterinary professional knows how difficult this can be, however. In an effort to make it easier for us to care for our pet's teeth, many companies have created products that are designed to help keep our pet's teeth clean and healthy. So many companies have jumped on board, in fact, that it can be difficult to know what actually works, and what doesn't. In response, the Veterinary Oral Health Council (R) (VOHC) was formed.
The VOHC's stated purpose is to "recognize products that meet preset standards of plaque and calculus (tartar) retardation in dogs and cats." Products are awarded the VOHC Seal of Acceptance after a review of data from trials conducted according to VOHC protocols." The VOHC seal is the pet product equivalent to the Amercian Dental Association (ADA) seal. The VOHC strives to maintain the highest credibility among the veterinary community and to help prevent the most common dental disease in dogs and cats — periodontal disease. (excerpt from dvm360.com, Improving veterinary dentistry: The purpose of the Veterinary Oral Health Council and veterinary specialists (Sponsored by Greenies) Sept 1, 2011)
So, if brushing your pet's teeth isn't always feasible and you're looking for something to help make the job a little easier, just make sure it has this seal on the package:
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