Norwalk Veterinary Medical Center
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SIGNS OF PERIODONTAL DISEASE
All pets are at risk for developing dental problems. Once a pet displays any of
the warning signs below, serious periodontal disease may be present. Don’t let
clients wait for these signs. Rather, encourage them to start a preventive program
of veterinarian-supervised dental care today.

• Tooth decay                                     • Subdued behavior
• Abnormal drooling                        • Dropping food out of the mouth
• Yellow-brown crust on teeth        • Bleeding gums
• Swallowing food whole                  • Bad breath
• Going to the food bowl, but not eating

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