I took my dog (Parker, almost 6 years old, neutered male, Coonhound mix) to the vet today for his vaccinations and annual check up. He’s all-around heathy but the vet was pushing teeth cleaning really hard. He said Parker has some tartar build up that is totally normal but he wants to clean it off so that the teeth don’t potentially begin decaying and need to be pulled later. The procedure would require the dog to be sedated and would cost $425.
Is this a legitimate procedure and is it necessary? Or was the vet just trying to sell me an additional and costly service? I imagine this is a more therapeutic clean than he’d get at a grooming salon, but not sure if it’s totally necessary?
Anyone have any insight or experience with this?
Is this a legitimate procedure and is it necessary? Or was the vet just trying to sell me an additional and costly service? I imagine this is a more therapeutic clean than he’d get at a grooming salon, but not sure if it’s totally necessary?
Anyone have any insight or experience with this?