Meet Jamaica
Jamaica came to us a few years ago with excessive salivation, a painful mouth, and difficulty eating. She was dropping food, and her owner noticed that her quality of life was declining.
If your pet has bad breath, drops food while eating, experiences pain when eating or playing with toys, or simply doesn't seem like themselves, please contact your veterinarian for an evaluation.
What is CUPS?
Jamaica suffered from a condition called CUPS, or chronic ulcerative periodontal stomatitis.
CUPS is a severe, painful, immune-mediated disease that affects a dog's oral cavity. Unfortunately, it's not a condition that pet owners can necessarily prevent.
With CUPS, the immune system reacts aggressively to dental plaque, tartar, and bacteria on the teeth.
This reaction can cause red, raw, ulcerated gum tissue, chronic inflammation, and significant discomfort in the mouth.
Which dogs are at risk for CUPS?
Certain breeds, including Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Greyhounds, may be more susceptible to developing CUPS.
However, the condition can affect other dogs as well, so it's important to pay attention to changes in your pet's oral health.
How was Jamaica treated for CUPS?
Because of the severity of Jamaica's condition, she required full-mouth extractions to address the source of her chronic oral inflammation and pain.
She also received pain medication and antibiotics as part of her treatment.
Jamaica made a full recovery and is now thriving in her senior years. Her owner recognized that something was wrong and brought her in so we could address her discomfort.
Thank you, Jamaica, for making me a better veterinarian. Your case was my first full-mouth extraction, and I'm grateful that you were such a wonderful patient.
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