February is National Pet Dental Health Month!

Don’t ignore your pet’s bad breath – it can signal a deeper problem.  Periodontal infections can lead to painful mouth and gum infections and have been linked to diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and other life threatening disorders.  The best way to prevent periodontal problems is proper dental hygiene and regular checkups with your veterinarian.

        
— It is estimated that 80 percent of people brush their teeth every day, but far fewer pet owners do the same for their pets.

Oral disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem for pets

          —  An astounding 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of oral disease by age 3, according to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS).

          —  Periodontal disease is a common problem in dogs, particularly smaller breeds.

          —  Cats can develop painful resorptive lesions. Studies show that about 28 percent of domestic cats develop at least one of these painful lesions during their lifetime.

Click here to read more about Pet Dental Care.

Call today to schedule your dental procedure – Ark Animal Hospital offers
10% off dental procedures in the month of February!!

Make sure to check out our newest addition to the website: 

Animals for Adoption. 

Please share this link with anyone you know that may be interested so we can find loving homes for these needy animals!

Our New At-Home Service has had Rave Reviews!

Do you have multiple pets?
A pet that HATES to travel?
A crazy schedule?

We are excited to announce the launch of our new In-Home Veterinary Services!  Ark Animal Hospital has always taken pride in providing exceptional animal health care and education to support the relationship between our clients and their cherished pets.  The importance of veterinary healthcare is understood, but its access has become more of a challenge in today’s hectic world.  We are happy to offer another way for you to access top quality care. 

One of our talented staff veterinarians will visit your home or other location to provide the following:

Home Visits can reduce stress on your pet while ensuring they receive important regular visits with a doctor. 

Call today for more information or to schedule your home visit!

If you are new to the area and would like to visit our practice, please give us a call to set up a tour of our facilities.

On this site, you will find information about our practice, as well as an extensive Pet Medical Library full of valuable articles about your pet.