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Veterinary Dental Specialties and Oral Surgery (VDS) is the premier center of excellence for your animal’s oral care.

Our team of board-certified specialists do oral care and nothing else on dogs, cats, and exotics nationally and internationally! In veterinary medicine, pet dental care is still too often considered a nice-to-have. Yet oral health is the gateway—and often a predictor—of overall animal health. We are on a mission to bring the best, most comprehensive and cutting-edge oral health care to animals and

their pet parents everywhere. At VDS we provide premium care at all of our locations in California, Nevada, Idaho, Florida, and the Gulf Coast. You can also get pet owner, vet and tech resources on our website and via our online and in-person classes.

04/21/2026

A little sass. A lot of truth from Miss Milla. 🐶

“Your breath says one thing… your teeth say another.”

Periodontal disease is one of the most common conditions we see in pets, and it often goes unnoticed until it becomes painful. Bad breath is not just a nuisance. It can be an early sign of infection below the gumline.

This is your reminder to stay ahead of it:
• Routine dental exams
• Professional cleanings
• Daily at-home care

Because the care they deserve starts below the gumline. To learn more about common problems, visit vdspets.com.

04/16/2026

Missed it live? Watch the replay.

Join Dr. Brook Niemiec and Dr. Stephanie Hon for a practical, pet-parent-focused session on dentistry and anesthesia.

Learn how to spot early signs of dental disease before they become painful, costly problems, and what safe, well-managed anesthesia really looks like for your pet’s care.

If you have ever worried about your pet’s dental health or anesthesia, this is worth your time.

Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oek2z1XQN0

04/14/2026

Looking to take your veterinary career further?

The VDS Residency Program offers advanced, hands-on training in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery, designed for those ready to deepen their clinical expertise and make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Train alongside experienced clinicians, work through complex cases, and build the skills needed to lead in this growing specialty.

If you are passionate about elevating the standard of care, this is where it starts.

Learn more: https://www.vdspets.com/education/residency-program/

04/09/2026

Introducing you to Lady! A lovely pup who came to our San Diego headquarters last week! We couldn't ask for a better model patient!

Find out about all our locations at vdspets.com

04/08/2026

Acompáñanos para…

VDS CE & Sip: Fundamentos de la Enfermedad Periodontal

29 de abril | 6:30–8:30 PM

VDS San Diego: 5775 Chesapeake Court, San Diego, CA 92123

Acompaña al Brook Niemiec, Andrea Moya, Christel Cuneo Hellberg y al equipo de VDS en este evento de educación continua en español.

Hablaremos sobre la enfermedad más común en las mascotas: la enfermedad periodontal. Exploraremos qué es, cómo afecta a nivel local y sistémico, y las opciones de tratamiento, incluyendo el cuidado en casa.

Una noche de aprendizaje, conexión y comunidad.

Aprobado para 2 créditos RACE*

Registro: https://www.vdspets.com/person-classes/ -ce-042926

Opción Virtual

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04/02/2026

We love to welcome our clients with a little chalkboard art at VDS Austin! Can you guess who Willie Nelson 🎸 is and who Ryder 🔥 is

Leslie Sirmons Sergio H.

03/31/2026

Fear and anxiety in our pets impact their health.

In veterinary dentistry, we often see how stress can delay care, worsen conditions, and make visits harder for both pets and their families. The good news is that with the right approach, fear and anxiety can be managed and even prevented.

From thoughtful handling techniques to individualized care plans, creating a calm, supportive experience is part of delivering better outcomes.

Learn more: https://www.vdspets.com/overcoming-fear-and-anxiety/

03/27/2026

Just released: our Level 1 Vet Dental Hands-On Weekend with Brook Niemiec . Grab your spots for June 20-21st to immerse yourself in all things dentistry.

Brought to you by our generous partners, Youlan Medical.

Register:
Full weekend: https://www.vdspets.com/person-classes/ -i-weekend-june2026
Basic and Advanced Extractions: https://www.vdspets.com/person-classes/

03/26/2026

Looking to grow your veterinary dental expertise? Explore our Book Shop featuring textbooks by Brook Niemiec, a leading voice in veterinary dentistry.

Dr. Niemiec has authored and edited comprehensive dental resources, contributed to internal medicine textbooks, and developed practical tools used by veterinary professionals every day.

📘 Browse books, posters, and instruments here: https://www.vdspets.com/shop/

03/25/2026

We invite pet parents and vet colleagues to attend our webinar:
March 31, 2026 | Time 6:30 pm PT

Free to register: https://events.zoom.us/ev/As-S5Yj_4nOSXv-QM0TLcGthguGx0lEfHoO0MS3pEZE6uQgj07NA~AvfTHg2pH1G4r1A7gfDqZeF6MnRso37CU-6TL6-lHt0Q5bjLVOT8u4OE3w
Join the session to hear from and Stephanie Hon as they discuss the unique challenges of feline dentistry and anesthesia for pet parents.

03/23/2026

Don't miss our Reno lecture this week! Come sip and hear the “Updates on oral pathology and dental radiograph interpretation," presented by Brook Niemiec .

Sign up to save your spot. https://www.vdspets.com/person-classes/ -32526

03/19/2026

Increase your knowledge of pet dental health with articles and videos in our resource gallery for pet parents and vet pros.

Visit: https://www.vdspets.com/resources-library/

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5775 Chesapeake Court
San Diego, CA
92123

Telephone

(858) 279-2108

Website

http://VDSpets.com/

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