Dogs chew on just about anything—shoes, sticks, furniture, even things that shouldn’t be in their mouths. And although chewing is a natural habit, not everything they gnaw on is safe for their teeth.

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: Ava, my 2-year-old dog, was chewing an elk antler when she started ...

Q: My holistic veterinarian says my 10-year-old cat Moses has rotten teeth, and at least one tooth has fallen out. Because of his age, I don't want him anesthetized for dental treatment, so the vet ...