YOUR PeT’S DENTAL HEALTH
Pets may not love having their teeth inspected, but paying attention to your pet’s teeth can help prevent disease. A daily – or at least twice-weekly – cleaning at home can help your cat avoid painful dental diseases.
What You’ll Need:
- Sterile gauze strips or a soft rubber pet toothbrush.
- Toothpaste created especially for pets.
What You’ll Do:
1. BRUSH YOUR PET’S TEETH
Dip the toothbrush or a strip of gauze wrapped around your index finger into the pet’s toothpaste. Gently rub your finger or toothbrush in a circular motion on a tooth. Start with one or two teeth for the first session and increase the number of teeth cleaned per session as your cat gets used to the routine.
2. FEED TOOTH-FRIENDLY FOODS
Dry, crunchy foods can also be helpful in keeping a pet’s teeth clean. As the pet chews, particles from the dry food scrape against the teeth, acting like a toothbrush to help remove plaque.
3. CHECK IN WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN
If your pet refuses to allow you to clean his teeth, it’s okay to leave it to the professionals. Talk over a specific cleaning schedule with your veterinarian — and expect to at least take your pet in for an annual cleaning.
With the right amount of effort and attention, you’ll be on your way to promoting healthy oral hygiene for your pet.
reference: Purina; Nylaan Dental
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