Wellness Pet Company has partnered with veterinarians Drs. Ben and Erin Schroeder to promote dental health awareness during Pet Dental Health Month in February.
The Schroeders own and operate Cedar County Veterinary Services and have been featured in a nationally broadcast documentary-style television series about veterinary medicine. Through the partnership, they will provide guidance to help pet owners recognize warning signs and establish dental care routines.
"Dental health is one of the most common issues we see in dogs and cats at our clinic, yet it's often one of the most overlooked, even by the most dedicated pet parents," said Dr. Erin Schroeder, DVM. "Brushing your pet's teeth daily is a great way to help prevent plaque and tartar accumulation. However, some pet parents just aren't able to do that daily and that's ok! Life is full of unexpected events and interruptions, crazy schedules and last-minute obligations, but using Wellness WHIMZEES Dental Treats is a small, daily routine that can make a real difference in a pet's oral health and their overall wellbeing."
Wellness Pet Company produces the WHIMZEES dental treats for dogs and cats. The product line includes Wellness WHIMZEES Freshzees, formulated for soft chewers or older dogs.
"We believe that supporting your pets' overall wellbeing should be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for pets and simple for pet parents," said Wellness Pet Global SVP of Innovation and Nutrition Greg Kean. "With increased dietary fiber and only six primary ingredients, WHIMZEES Dental Chews have a firmer texture that helps encourage a longer chew duration, which can support cleaner teeth while keeping dogs happily engaged."
Dr. Schroeder said they've always used WHIMZEES as part of a daily dental routine both in their own home and at their veterinary practice. "If dental plaque isn't removed regularly, it can harden into tartar and lead to several problems including gum disease, tooth loss, and other health problems," he noted. "That's why simple, daily habits matter, and Wellness WHIMZEES can be an easy way for pet parents to help support oral health."
