Five Ways to Keep Your Pet’s Teeth Healthy
Tuesday, October 29th, 2019
Kate Zukowski, a certified veterinary technician specializing in dental care, shares tips for improving animals’ oral health
Dental
This Veterinary Technician Is Obsessed with Teeth
Tuesday, October 29th, 2019
Kate Zukowski, a certified veterinary technician at Tufts at Tech Community Veterinary Clinic, really wants to look inside your pet’s mouth
A Lot to Chew On
Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Dental Week helps prepare veterinary students to meet the needs of future patients.
Tips for Keeping Your Pet’s Teeth Healthy and Clean
Tuesday, January 29th, 2019
Take note of these simple steps to prevent your pet from getting dental disease. A healthy pet is a happy pet!
Watch: Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums
Tuesday, January 24th, 2017
In this video, learn tips on brushing your pet’s teeth, as well as for their overall dental health.
Mexico City, DVM
Tuesday, January 24th, 2017
New country, new language, new opportunities in veterinary medicine. Alumna Michelle Stewart shares her experience moving from Washington D.C, to Mexico City. Source: http://cummingsvoices.tufts.edu/2017/01/mexico-city-dvm/
From pets to people? UC Davis vets’ stem cell work gives humans hope
Thursday, March 17th, 2016
This article about research in pets that could also help humans mentions that Tufts researchers are also seeing how discoveries about new treatments in pets could translate to human therapies for Crohn’s disease
Dental Drill
Thursday, January 15th, 2015
Do you know what it takes to keep your dog’s teeth in the best shape? Daily brushing makes all the difference, she says. “One little Scottish terrier I saw — I can’t remember how many… Read More
A healthy mouth equals a happy rabbit
Tuesday, February 18th, 2014
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? A healthy mouth makes for a happy pet but it is not just dogs and cats who benefit from strong choppers. Rabbits and guinea pigs have special dental needs to consider as well. Dr. Jennifer Graham, assistant professor of zoological companion animal medicine, provides tips for pet owners on how to keep these pint-sized smiles healthy.
National Pet Dental Health Month
Tuesday, February 18th, 2014
Periodontal disease is the most common disease of dogs and cats, yet is too often underdiagnosed and treated. This can lead to tooth loss and other medical issues from the chronic infection and the immune system response. Brushing teeth daily can help avoid periodontal disease and lead to healthier longevity for pets.