Just like you, your dog needs an oral care routine to stay healthy.

About 90% of dog owners are not aware their dogs may have oral care issues. If left untreated, these could lead to serious health complications like tooth loss,discomfort and pain and the systemic infection of other organs. Some 80% of dogs over the age of three are more likely to have periodontal diseases like gum disease.

Mars Pet Nutrition Philippines Scientific Communication Manage Dr. Saza Curaming said gum disease begins when bacteria sticks to the surface of the dog's teeth. The bacteria forms an off-white, sticky layer called dental plaque which can harden and turn into tartar if not removed. If your dog has brown, rough deposits on their teeth, that's tartar. In time, both plaque and tartar can cause inflammation of the gums. This is called periodontal disease.

Curaming said periodontal disease is linked to the inflammation of the kidney and heart tissue.

“The bacteria associated with PD can also spread to the heart and lungs, where it can create more problems. Lastly, geriatric dogs with severe PD suffer more from cardiac diseases compared to geriatric dogs without PD.”

Pedigree recently held a media launch to discuss the effects of poor oral hygiene for dogs. During the event, Pedigree DentaStix, with its triple action benefits, was introduced as a way to keep your dog's teeth and gums healthy.

The event, hosted by corgi mom Jaz Reyes, was joined by Johnny Racoma, General Manager of Mars Pet Nutrition Philippines. Megan Young and Instagram sensation Paningning the Shih Tzu and fur mom, JanessCua.

Pedigree DentaStix is the number one trusted solution for your dog's best oral care. Their triple action formula helps reduce tartar build-up, cleans hard to reach teeth with its unique X shape, and supports gum health for your fur baby's all-around oral care.

"Given the strong emotional bonds we've developed with them, we want our dogs to enjoy a long, happy, and healthy life. That's why we at Mars Petcare are committed to creating a better world for our pets," said Racoma.

To create that better world, Mars Petcare has been using research and science over the past 40 years to produce thousands of scientific studies and innovations in animal health and welfare. And one of the products they're most proud of is Pedigree DentaStix, which comes with a customized size that fits each dog size oral structure to support clean teeth. It also has a triple action formula that helps remove tartar build up, cleans hard to reach teeth with its unique X shape, and supports gum health, too.

Curaming said Pedigree DentaStix is an effective oral care solution. It was designed to fit with any dog's oral structure, making it easy for pet owners with small or big dogs to accommodate their needs. DentaStix is made with STPP and zinc sulfate, both of which inhibit the accumulation of plaque and tartar.

You can feed your dog one Pedigree DentaStix a day every day. Pick the right size for your dog whether they are puppy, toy, small, medium or large dogs as DentaStix is customized to fit with each dog size oral structure.

Pedigree DentaStix is available at pet supply stores, veterinarians’ offices, supermarkets, Shopee and Lazada.