Prevent early tooth decay in your Biewer Yorkie by providing the dog with the necessary nutrition to keep them healthy. Safe and edible rough items will remove the deposit of plaques. But do not give toys that are hard to prevent chipping. Switching to dry foods in particular can contribute to the good health of the gums and teeth of your pet. To add to this, you can check the pet stores for some foods, toys and treats that are approved by Veterinary Oral Health Council that are created for enhance dog’s dental health.

Training the dog at an early age to adhere to a dental routine will also be of great help. Begin by slowly stoking the dog’s front teeth with your fingers right after he eats a big meal, this is the time when it unlikely to bite. Once the dog is used to it, move slowly to the teeth at the back of the mouth. Toothbrush should be gradually introduced – use toothpaste that is specially made for canine, brush gently. This is done at least twice a week, for the remaining five days – just do a quick brush. If your York biewer cannot tolerate toothbrush then you have to consult your vet for other alternative.

Seek for veterinary help; make the best out of them for they are not only for grave dental condition and emergencies. Have your dog’s teeth checked up regularly for you alone cannot keep a close on your dog’s teeth. Dental prophylaxis is a thorough cleaning of the teeth that is in need of anesthesia or medication.

This breed is prone to developing eye irritations, tracheal collapse, premature dental disease and patellar luxation. Biewer Yorkies are also prone to bronchitis and early tooth decay. They have a poor tolerance for anesthetic and have a delicate digestive system as well.

Far from wanting to scare you….just so you know what you are up against. Ultimately, prevention is better than cure!

Why take your dog to the vet if you can give it a check-up yourself?