Due to recent budget cuts in astronomy research, some scientists have begun supplementing their wages by resorting to performing long distance dental exams. They cater for humans but also other mamals too. Officials have expressed concern about these cowboy operations, and the tactics employed to attract customers. A two for one, 'bring your pet along deal' has been heavily criticised after a recent incident invloving a zoo keeper's daughter and 'Cuddles' the local zoo's Bengal Tiger.