Main Street Animal Hospital

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  • Home
  • About
    • Team >
      • Small Animal Veterinarians
      • Registered Veterinary Technicians >
        • What is an RVT?
      • Support Staff
    • Take a Tour
    • What To Expect
    • Helpful Resources >
      • New Kitten Information
      • New Puppy Information
      • Pet Health Network
      • How-to Videos >
        • Dogs >
          • How to Trim Your Dog's Nails
          • How to Give Your Dog a Pill
          • How to Brush Your Dog's Teeth
        • Cats >
          • How to Trim Your Cat's Nails
          • How to Give Your Cat a Pill
          • How to Brush Your Cat's Teeth
    • Petly
    • Forms >
      • New Client Registration
      • Parasite Risk Assessment
      • Downloadable Forms
    • Traveling with Your Pet
  • Services
    • Wellness Examinations
    • Parasite Prevention
    • Nutrition
    • Dental Care
    • Surgery & Diagnostics
    • Microchipping
    • Pet Memorial Services and Products
  • Grooming
    • request a grooming appointment
  • Contact
    • Request a prescription
    • Food order request

Dental Care

Dental Care

Pets, like people, need regular dental care. Studies have shown that greater than 85% of dogs and cats over 3 years of age have some form of dental and/or gum disease. Some breeds can also be more pre-disposed to early periodontal disease. 
Dental disease can not only have an impact on their breath, but it can also cause systemic disease such as infections or heart disease.


Dental disease in cats and dogs can be prevented or prolonged with routine dental cleanings (both professional and at home brushing of teeth), regular examinations, and a healthy diet. All of these can significantly improve your pet’s quality of life and extend their longevity.

Things that you as a pet owner can do at home to help:
  • Routine brushing of teeth (should be done daily)  
  • Feeding a dental diet
  • Using a water additive or other oral health products

Dental procedures are offered at Main Street Animal Hospital. Pets undergo general anesthesia and are given a full COHAT (comprehensive oral health exam and treatment). This includes: full mouth radiographs, oral mapping and measurements, extractions if required, scaling of tartar and calculus as well as polishing.
For pets that have extensive periodontal disease or with other underlying health issues where we have concerns regarding anesthesia, we may recommend referring to a dental specialist for your pet's dental procedure.


If you have an questions regarding dental health or if you are interested in scheduling a dental cleaning please give our office a call to discuss with a member of the veterinary team!


Helpful Links:
Vetradent - oral health products for cats and dogs: www.vetradent.ca/
Veterinary Oral Health Council: www.vohc.org/
Teeth Brushing Tutorial: https://fearfreepets.com/creating-a-fear-free-toothbrushing-experience/​

Contact us

​489 Main Street East
Cambridge, Ontario, N1R5S7

Phone: 519-622-6988
Fax: 519-622-6852
Email: [email protected]

Hours of operation

Monday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
*Holidays may affect these hours


After hours information

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405 Maple Grove Rd #14
Cambridge, ON N3E 1B6

Phone: 519-650-1617
OPEN 24/7