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How do you look after your dogs' teeth?
I'm Dr Joe Inglis BVSc MRCVS, a vet researching dental healthcare for dogs because I'm concerned that most dogs are not receiving the regular dental care they need.
1.
How concerned are you about your dogs' dental health?
Not at all concerned
A little bit worried
Quite concerned
Very concerned
2.
How do you currently look after your dogs' teeth? (check all that apply)
Brush their teeth
Dental chews and/or toys
Feeding dental food
Regular checkups by my vet
Routine scale & polish as recommended by our vet
Teeth cleaning by their groomer
Other (please specify)
None of the above
3.
Have any of your dogs had any dental treatments in the last 5 years? (check all the apply)
Teeth cleaning by a groomer
Routine scale & polish at the vets
Major dental work including extractions at the vets
Other (please specify)
None of the above
4.
How often do your dogs have routine dental treatment at the vet?
Never
Only when absolutely necessary
Occasionally (every few years)
Regularly (annually)
5.
If you have had your dogs' teeth cleaned by your vet, approximately how much did it cost?
Under £200
£200-300
£300-400
£400-500
More than £500
6.
Would you have your dogs' teeth cleaned more frequently if it was less expensive?
No, I don't think it's necessary
No, I still couldn't afford it
Possibly, if it was cheap enough
Definitely, if it was reasonably priced
7.
How often do you think you would ideally have your dog's teeth cleaned?
Never
Only when absolutely necessary
Every few years, as and when needed
Regularly (every year)
8.
Would you consider taking your dog to a dental-only practice for routine dental care?
No, I'd always stick with my usual vet
Possibly, but only if it was cheaper
Definitely
9.
Would you consider paying a monthly subscription of around £20 for dental healthcare for your dog, covering annual checkups, teeth cleaning & extractions, toothpaste, and dental chews?
No, I'd prefer to pay as needed
Possibly, but it would need to be cheaper
Yes, sounds like a great idea and good value