DOG DENTAL MONTH

ANNA WEBB- BROADCASTER, NUTRITION AND BEHAVIOUR EXPERT

Anna Webb has dedicated her life to the canine cause and to teaching people how to get the best out of their dog’s health, nutrition, behaviour and wellness.

Growing up Anna’s father was the secretary of the Shropshire branch of the RSPCA, and this inspiration led her to study with the College of Integrated Veterinary Studies (CIVT) and gain membership of the IAAT (International Association of Animal Therapists) and the RFVS (Raw Feeding Vet Society).

Anna is the co-host of The Barking Hour, one of the most popular slots on BBC Radio London, airing for the past 12 years and still running every Sunday from 3pm until 4pm.

In 2020 Anna launched the A Dog’s Life podcast, which received award nominations in its first year, and all her subscribers are dog-focused consumers.

She is the go-to expert on all things canine for many news outlets and has a regular column in My Weekly magazine in which she is not afraid to speak her mind on dog welfare issues.

Anna is well-known for appearing as the resident dog expert in a weekly slot on the long-running Alan Titchmarsh Show.

Anna is also a regular guest on BBC Radio Two’s Jeremy Vine Show, contributing to the national debate on animal issues.

A trio of natural pet care providers have combined forces to make March Dog Dental Month.

For the month of March, doggy dental will be at the forefront of the agenda in a drive to inform pet owners that simple and affordable changes to their pet’s routine could save thousands of pounds in vets bills.

The initiative is spearheaded by supplements brand Pawable (pawable. co.uk), leading raw food manufacturers Paleo Ridge (paleoridge.co.uk), and healthy cleaning and pet care products provider Ingenious Probiotics (ingenious-probiotics.com)

The companies have combined forces to offer practical dental care tips for your dog, which can help you save money, as well as ensure that their teeth are kept in tip top condition.

Anna Webb is happy to lend her support to the initiative.

A special edition of the podcast will focus on Dog Dental Month and highlight the inexpensive things we can all do to better care for our pets.

Anna tells us, “It’s a month to celebrate your dog’s teeth! Shockingly 80% of dogs at only two years of age show some signs of dental disease. Many factors can contribute to a dog’s oral health, including diet, cleaning, and appropriate chews.

Some breeds are more prone, like Toy breeds and Flat Faced breeds. As the No:1 cause of trips to the vet, working preventatively is not only prudent, it might not be as difficult as you think and will save costly vet bills that are often not covered by insurance.

The good news is that, in most cases, periodontal disease is reversible. Just as in humans, dental disease is serious and can, in extreme cases, cause severe inflammation in the body, which can affect vital organs and compromise the immune system.

Working preventatively begins with a healthy species-appropriate diet (like Paleo Ridge) and appropriate supplementation through a dog’s life stages.

Combining an awareness of environmental stressors that can compromise the immune system, including diet, cleaning products in the home, air pollution, and the water our dog’s drink. Adding appropriate enrichment lifestyle support like raw bones, probiotic dental care and natural chews, that help clean the teeth but also help dogs relax and settle.”

Dale Nash of Pawable, which offers the UK’s first collagen supplement for dogs, said: “We are so excited about teaming up with Ingenious Probiotics and Paleo Ridge for Dog Dental Month.

Everything that our three brands do is about natural care for your pet, and healthy teeth is at the heart of that.”

Esther Logue of raw feeding food brand Paleo Ridge said: “This Dog Dental Month is the perfect time to learn some exciting things about your dog. Your dog is amazing, and we are looking forward to sharing all sorts of fun tips, advice and stories on our social media pages throughout.”

Joe Flanagan of Ingenious Probiotics added, “Simple changes to your dog’s routine really do make all the difference, and at a time when everyone is tightening their belts, it could save you a lot of money too.

There are plenty of things we can all do at home cheaply and effectively to ensure that our dogs’ teeth stay healthy and avoid costly visits to the vet.”