Breed Predispositions to Dental and Oral Disease in Dogs

Chapter 1 Conditions common in Small and Toy breed dogs 

Chapter 2: Conditions seen in both small and brachycephalic breeds, therefore small brachycephalic breeds (Pug, Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, etc.) are even more significantly affected.

Chapter 3: The Welfare Concerns of Heritable Dental Diseases

Chapter 4: Conditions commonly seen in Brachycephalic breeds

Chapter 5: Brachycephalic Airway Disease
Sean W. Aiken

Chapter 6: The Unique Welfare Challenges of Brachycephalism

Chapter 7: Other heritable conditions

Chapter 8: Anesthetic Management of Toy & Small Breed Dogs
Amber Hopkins

Chapter 9: Brachycephalic Breeds and Anesthesia
Amber Hopkins

Chapter 10: Periodontal Therapy in Small and Toy Breed Dogs

Chapter 11: Extractions

Breed Predispositions to Dental and Oral Disease in Dogs offers a practical guide to breed predispositions to dental disease.  Designed to support veterinarians in making clinical decisions and communicating with clients, the book provides a thorough understanding of the differences between large and small dogs as they relate to dental treatment.  Including both information on dental therapy and anesthetizing dogs for dental procedures, the book is a useful patient-side reference for veterinary practices. 

The book includes specifics on small and toy breed dogs, small breed brachycephalic dogs, and brachycephalic dogs, with details of clinical conditions more likely to be faced in specific breeds.  Clinical photographs demonstrate the concepts discussed.  Breed Predispositions to Dental and Oral Disease in Dogs is a useful resource for any clinician dealing with oral disease in dogs.

• Presents practical guidance on the particular considerations in treating dental disease in dogs
• Supports veterinarians in making decisions for dental therapy and communicating with clients
• Offers an understanding of breed predispositions to dental disease
• Dispels myths about the dangers of anesthetizing brachycephalic breeds and provides balanced information on anesthesia
• Includes high-quality clinical photographs demonstrating the principles discussed

Brook A. Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC, FAVD, is the Chief of Staff at Veterinary Dental Specialties and Oral Surgery; Founding Consultant of  www.vetdentalrad.com; Director of San Diego Veterinary Dental Training Center in San Diego, California, USA, and President of Veterinary Dental Sharpening Service.