I am very upset right now! In mid to late October, I noticed that one of my Pomeranian's bottom teeth (incisor) was looking yellow. Knowing that he had a November 1st appointment for a bordatella booster, I just kept an eye on it and continued caring for his teeth, as normal. Well, at his appointment, Kathy (who also checked us in at the desk) came and got him from the lobby and took him to the back for his booster. When she returned him to me, I told her I would like an estimate for a dental cleaning. She told me that the last time the vet checked his teeth, his tartar level didn't warrant a cleaning. That was back in April or May, though. I showed her the tooth that I was concerned about, and showed her the build up on his back teeth. She said it isn't as bad as it looks, and that considering risks associated with anesthesia, it would be best to wait until February or March. She sounded friendly and knowledgeable, so I thanked her and went on. Last week the tooth began feeling loose. I took him to another vet, who recommended a cleaning and extraction of the tooth. Today, he is at that other vet for a cleaning. They just called to say that they removed the loose discolored tooth, as well as the ones that were right beside it. He is only 5! I just feel that had this been addressed in November when I alerted the staff at Crescent, maybe he could have kept his teeth. I'm sick about it, sad, and angry. Do not trust them with your precious baby!
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