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What is Your Pup Chewing?!?!

Have you ever heard of the upper 4th premolar? Take a look towards the back of the mouth, at the top. That first 'big' tooth behind the canine is the upper 4th premolar. This carnassial tooth has many uses, but the main one is chewing. The forces placed on this tooth can make it prone to fracturing!!

Econ River Animal Hospital

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10 months ago

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Below are some common FAQs that might help answer any questions or concerns.

We recommend annual and semi-annual wellness exams for most pets. Proactive exams every 6 months are recommended, especially for older pets, to monitor their health, catch potential issues early, and reassess chronic health conditions.