dr. keith adkins is here to answer your pe questionst -- pet questions. they are funded dogs, the to whats --chihuahuas. >> this dog is two years old. >> thanks for coming in. >> how often should you get your dog buss teeth cleaned and what age should you start? >> many small breed dogs need to get their teeth cleaned when they are 3 years old. during their annual exam is a good time. i like to get their first cleaning done before they have to make bread is on their gums. -- any redness on their gums. it is good to start when they are poppies. they have little brushes that go on your finger. crunchy traits help but you will need professional cleaning. >> keeping vaccinations current can be expensive. what do you recommend keeping the vaccinations current without breaking the bank? >> you want to have a conversation with your veterinarian and say the things that this is what my dog does. he plays with other dogs and hikes because of the is not doing those things, he may not need certain vaccines. there is probably 40 different vaccines but you do not need