6 Ways to Beat Dental Disease

Toothbrush and Toothpaste

• Use one made for pets.
• Choose the right size for your pet.
• Only use pet toothpaste.
• Start out brushing in stages.
• Let pet lick toothpaste first so it’s used to the taste.
• For cats who resist, try a cotton swab in tuna water and run along gums every day.

Dental Diets

• Check with your veterinarian about a diet specifically formulated to help control plaque.

Dental Chews

• If your pet swallows a chew whole, stop giving the chew.
• Stick to dental chews, rather than opting for bones which can damage chews and cause upset stomach.

Oral Rinses and Sprays

• Use one with a point and squeeze applicator.

Drinking Water Additives

• Add to your pet’s drinking water daily.
• Pay close attention to drinking habits first few days to see if pet is drinking water.
  • Consider providing two bowls of water, one with additive and one with regular water, to make sure pet continues to drink.

Dental Sealants

• Applied after a professional cleaning.
• Need to be reapplied once a week.