**Important Pet Health Reminder***

As the weather starts to get warm again, please remember that our canine/feline friends are just as prone to heat stroke as humans are! Please don't leave your pet in the car!

 

Product Review: Dr. George's Plaque Blast

We frequently get questions about commercially available products, and whether or not they're as effective as they claim to be on TV.  One of the more popular "as seen on TV" products is Dr. George's Plaque Blast

As far as dental hygiene goes, there is absolutely no replacement for brushing and/or professional scaling of the teeth.  However, there are some helpful products out there that have taken the extra steps to prove that they actually do what they say they do, and those products receive the seal of the  Veterinary Oral Health Council.  Dr. George's product does not bear the seal of the VOHC, but we do have clients ask us about this product, and the reviews online appear to be positive. The box claims that the product HELPS TO: Reduce Plaque, Reduce Tartar, Promote Healthy Gums, and Promote Fresh Breath.

So just out of sheer curiousity, we decided to go ahead and try this product on one of our own dogs.  Mason, a 5 year old mixed breed, belonging to one of our receptionists, was more than happy to volunteer. 

 

Isn't he cute??

 

 

 But his teeth are another story...and his breath is a bit stinky!

 

 

Notice the red gums all along the teeth. That is a sign of gingivitis (gum inflammation).

 

The product states that you simply spray it on the animal's teeth 2-3 times a day.  Brushing enhances the effects of the product, however, we decided that most people who are going to use this product are not brushing their dog's teeth to start with (otherwise they wouldn't need the product!), and aren't going to start brushing.  So Mason's mom is just spraying it on all of his teeth 2-3 times daily.

 

We plan to use the product for a month, as the "activator" that you pour in before starting to use it, becomes inactive after 30 days.  The directions state that you "spray directly onto pet's teeth 2 to 3 times per day until teeth are clear"  However, the advertisements and the box state that you have "Amazing results after just 30 days", so we're going to give it 30 days!  We plan to take weekly pictures to follow Mason's progress, and will note any adverse reactions or unusual behavior. Stay tuned to see Mason's Progress!!

 

 

Meet Stevie!

Meet Stevie! (Or at least that's what we're calling her for now)

Stevie was found by one of our veterinarians after being abandoned after birth. As far as we can tell, she was only a couple of days old when she was found. 

 

 

Stevie is now 1 week old, and growing like a weed! She has almost doubled in size!

 

But she's still pretty tiny!

We are having a contest to name this little one, and we will also be looking for a home for her once she's big enough.  You can submit name ideas in the comments section, as well as on our facebook page: GSAC Facebook Page

 

Stay tuned to watch little Stevie grow! We will update with pictures each week and the progress of finding her a name and a new forever home!!