Big Cats Need Dental Care Too!
🔉Sound up for 🦁 mood!
We’re proud to donate our time to help the animals at zoos and animal sanctuaries throughout Arizona to stay strong and healthy - even for big cats, like lions and tigers! 🐅
Who knew...?
🦁 Lions have 30 teeth built for gripping and tearing meat.
🦁 Their canines can reach up to 7 cm long—perfect for hunting.
🦁 A lion’s bite force is about 650 PSI, strong enough to crush bone! 💪🦴
Healthy teeth are essential for all species, big and small! ✨
Need expert pet dental care? You can find us in:
📍 Scottsdale | Gilbert | Peoria | Tucson
#BigCatDentalCare #LionFacts #VeterinaryDentistry #Arizona #VetVolunteers
Did You Know? Small Dogs are More Prone to Periodontal Disease
Surprising fact! 🦷
Small dog breeds like #Chihuahuas and #Yorkies are more likely to suffer from periodontal disease, weakening their already-delicate bones, leading to jaw fractures. ⚡️
But with regular care, our team can help keep their smiles healthy—now and for years to come! 🐶✨
📍 #Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists | #GilbertAZ | #Scottsdale | #PeoriaAZ | #Tucson
#DogDentist #DogDentalCare #DogDentalCleaning
How to Brush a Dog's Teeth!
Have you ever tried brushing your dog’s teeth? It’s easier than you think! 🐶✨
Most dogs (especially small breeds) show signs of dental disease by age three, but regular brushing and dental cleanings starting at one year of age can make a huge difference in keeping their teeth and gums healthy.
In this video, Dr. Adrian walks you through a simple, stress-free way to brush your dog’s teeth.
💡 A few quick tips:
✔️ Use pet-safe toothpaste—never human toothpaste! 🐓
✔️ Start slow and make it a positive experience.👍
✔️ Focus on the outer surfaces where plaque builds up.🦠
✔️ Keep it short, sweet, and full of treats! 🍗
It's great to make brushing your dog's teeth a daily habit, but professional cleanings are just as important. Have your pet's teeth checked yearly.
📍 #Scottsdale | #GilbertAZ | #PeoriaAZ | #Tucson
#NationalPetDentalHealthMonth #PetDentalHealthMonth #PetDentalCareTips #DogToothBrushing #AVDS
How to Brush a Cat's Teeth
We know what you’re thinking—brushing a cat’s teeth sounds impossible, right? 😹 But with patience, practice, and a gentle approach, it can become part of yours and your cat's daily routine.
Here, @pukakittycat is doing an amazing job showing how to brush her cat’s teeth the right way—kind, gentle, loving and as stress-free as possible! 👏👏
Why is it so important?
😺 Most cats show signs of dental disease by age three.
😺 Brushing helps prevent painful infections, tooth loss, and serious health issues down the road.
😺 Starting young makes it a whole lot easier, but older cats can learn too!
How to make it a habit:
✔️ Use pet-safe toothpaste (never human toothpaste!).
✔️ Take it slow—let them lick the toothpaste first before brushing.
✔️ Short & sweet sessions = less stress!
✔️ Try to brush daily—even a little is better than nothing.
Dental disease is no joke, and a little effort goes a long way! If you notice bad breath, red gums, or tartar buildup, it might be time for a professional dental checkup.
#NationalPetDentalHealthMonth #PetDentalHealthMonth #CatDentalCare #BrushingCatsTeeth #CatCareTips #CatVideo #AVDS
NPDHM Goodie Bags
We’re celebrating National Pet Dental Health Month all month long! This week, in celebration, we’re giving away pet dental goodie bags with some of the best pet dental products around - and they're FREE, to boot! 🎉
🛍️ Each bag is packed with the very best essentials to help keep your pet’s smile healthy, including:
🦷 Virbac Enzymatic Toothpaste & Toothbrush
🦷 Tartar Shield Dental Biscuits & Chews
🦷 Addison Labs MaxiGuard Oral Cleansing Wipes
🦷 A collapsible pet bowl & more!
💙 Want one? Here’s how to claim yours:
📞 Call or email your preferred location: #Scottsdale #Gilbert #Peoria #Tucson.
📍 Stop by to pick it up.
🎁 Grab it by Feb 28th—while supplies last!
Goodie bags are first come, first served—don’t miss out! ✨
#PetDentalHealth #HealthyPetSmiles #AVDS #FOMO #DentalHealthMonth
Dental Doc Spotlight - the amazing Dr. Balke
Meet Dr. Balke! He's one of fewer than 300 board-certified veterinary dentists in the world! 🌎
😳 Believe it or not, as a kid, he used to feel faint watching surgeries—now it’s his favorite part of the job.
👨🔧 When he’s not fixing pet smiles, you’ll find him flying ✈️, exploring the great outdoors🏕️, or hanging out with his significant other and five rescue dogs (you read that right, FIVE!) 🐶.
🙋🏼♀️ Have a question about your pet’s teeth? Drop it below👇—Dr. Balke and our team are always here to help!
📍 Scottsdale | Gilbert | Peoria | Tucson
#DentalDocSpotlight #VetDentist #PetDentalCare #FlyingVet #RescueDogs #AVDS #BoardCertified
Happy New Year 2024-25
Wishing all of our pet patients and their families a happy and healthy 2025! May your New Year be filled with smiles!
We'll be here for you in 2025!
📍 #Scottsdale | #GilbertAZ | #PeoriaAZ | #Tucson
#HappyNewYear2025 #HappyNewYear #AVDS
Farewell Dr. Adrian
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Alexander Adrian for all the incredible memories, dedication, and laughter you’ve brought to AVDS over the years. You’ve been an amazing coworker, mentor, and friend, and we’ve loved every moment working with you. 💙
While we’ll miss having you here, we’re so excited for your next chapter and can’t wait to see all the wonderful things you’ll accomplish in your new adventures. Wishing you all the best as you embark on this new journey—your AVDS family will always be cheering you on!
#Cheers #NewBeginnings #ThankYou #AVDS
Dental Cat Fact - Number of Teeth
✨ Did you know cats have 30 teeth?
That’s 16 on top and 14 on the bottom—all perfectly designed for cutting and tearing (not chewing!) ‼️ Next time your cat lets out a big yawn, take a peek inside 👀.
Got a cat who loves to flash their pearly whites? Share their photo in the comments! 😺
#CatDentist #Cats #CatDentalFacts
Happy Thanksgiving from the AZVDS family!
🦃🌟 Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! While our hospitals are closed for the holiday, we wish you a day filled with gratitude, love, and togetherness. Cherish these moments with your family including your furry loved ones! 🍂✨ #ThanksgivingJoy #Petsandfamily #Gratitude #AZVDS
Dental Doc Spotlight: Dr. Coffman
🔦 Dental Doc Spotlight: Dr. Curt Coffman
Every month, we’ll be spotlighting one of our incredible doctors to give you a closer look at the talent, passion, and dedication behind the veterinary medical team at AVDS. This month, we’re thrilled to introduce Dr. Curt Coffman!
🏥 For over 20 years, Dr. Coffman has been at the heart of Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists, pioneering advancements in veterinary dentistry and inspiring the veterinary community nationwide and around the world. Not only is he a board-certified veterinary dentist, but he's also a trusted mentor, educator, and leader who has selflessly shared his expertise with over 350 veterinary hospitals and their staff across the U.S.
🎓 Dr. Coffman’s impact reaches far beyond AVDS—he teaches at the nation's top veterinary schools, holds leadership roles within Thrive Pet Healthcare and the Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry, and has earned numerous awards recognizing his dedication to the field of veterinary dentistry.
⛳️ With all of his professional endeavors, Dr. Coffman still makes time to enjoy the outdoors, fishing and golfing, cheering on his favorite baseball team, and cooking up a storm with family and friends. Despite his busy schedule, he maintains a patient-centered approach, ensuring each pet patient receives the highest quality care. 🦷
Thank you, Dr. Coffman, for the passion and dedication you bring to our team. We’re honored to work alongside you! 💙
#VeterinaryDentistry #VetSpecialists #AVDSExcellence #DentalDocSpotlight #arizonaveterinarydentalspecialists #BoardCertified #ArizonaVeterinaryDentalSpecialists #Scottsdale #GilbertAz #PeoriaAZ #Tucson #PetDentist #PetDentalCare #PetDentalClinic #PetTeethCleaning
AVDS Gives Back: Volunteering at Feed My Starving Children.
What an Incredible Day of Giving Back! 🌍❤️
This past weekend, our Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists team joined Feed My Starving Children for an afternoon of packing meals, spreading joy, and making a tangible difference! In just two hours, alongside other amazing volunteers, we packed 102,168 meals that will reach over 110 countries to feed children in need. That’s 279 kids who will have meals for an entire year!
A huge thank you to everyone from AVDS who showed up to pack with us, and to those who donated—your generosity helped make this possible. 💙 Whether in person or in spirit, you all contributed to this meaningful day of giving back.
Check out our pictures
capturing the energy, teamwork, and purpose that fueled us through the event! 📽️✨
Together, we’re making the world a little brighter. 🌟 Thank you, Feed My Starving Children, for the opportunity to help those in need this holiday season.
#feedmystarvingchildren #volunteer #FeelGoodVibes #tempe #avds #spreadingkindness