Q: "My Shih Tzu is 12, has some minor health problems, but also has dental problems. Our veterinarian wants to clean and polish his teeth. I am worried about putting him under anesthesia at his age.

According to CareCredit, the average cost of dental care in the U.S. ranges from $150 to $750, with an average national cost of $375. You may find that some low-cost clinics offer the service for a ...

This week’s column continues the theme of National Pet Dental Month. Q: My friend says her neighbor, who is a dental hygienist, cleans dogs’ teeth without using anesthesia. Isn’t this a safer way for ...

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The cost of dog teeth cleaning is between $170 and $350, while an ultrasonic cleaning with other procedures under anesthesia can cost up to $4,000. Brushing your dog’s teeth regularly and using safe ...