Keep those teeth looking, feeling and working great!
Say, ahhhhhhh!
Keeping your pups teeth clean is so important. Keeping them healthy, keeps them healthy, because one of the leading diseases in dogs is periodontal disease. And gum disease can lead to a host of other health problems.
Brushing your pups teeth is a whole lot easier than you think. My Mum brushes my teeth every day. It's part of our routine, and I love the taste of my toothpaste.
Here we will share loads of links and information on keeping your pups teeth the best they can be.
Photo courtesty of mmagallan.
February is Pet Dental Health Month!
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc., sponsored the Pets Need Dental Care, Too! program, part of February's National Pet Dental Health Month.Now in its 13th year, the program seeks to challenge veterinarians and their clients to schedule regular dental appointments for their pets and establish an
at-home dental care routine.
Learn more!
A great vid - showing you how to brush your dog's teeth!
How to Brush Your Dogs Teeth
I'm going to show you how to brush your dogs teeth with Rosco demenstrating.
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Why is brushing important?
Here are some great links discussing the importance of brushing your dogs teeth.
- The Importance of Dental Care for Pets
- Dental disease affects up to 80% of pets over the age of three, and just like humans, there can be serious consequences of poor dental health. Read more!
- Veterinary Q & A: Dental Care For Pets
- What you need to know about your pet's dental health.
How to brush!
- Brushing Teeth & Home Dental Care
- Brushing your dog's teeth should not be a chore for you or your dog. Instead, it should be an enjoyable time for both of you. If you take things slowly at the beginning and give lots of praise, you and your dog will start looking forward to your brushing sessions.
- You want me to brush my DOG'S teeth?
- Caring for your dogs teeth! The how-to.
- How to brush your dog's teeth
- The ins and outs of brushing your pups teeth.
Check out these great toothbrushing resources!
Triple Pet All Natural Toothpaste
$4.29
CET Pet Toothpaste 2.5oz (70gm)
$6.99
CET Oral Hygiene Rinse (8 oz) by VIRBAC
$13.99
$6.99
Triple Pet Dental Kit for Dogs and Cats
$7.49
Triple-Pet Plaque Off Fresh Breath for Pets (16-oz bottle)
$9.99
PetzLife Oral Care Dental Spray for Dogs and Cats
$21.99
$21.99
$4.29
Vetri-Science Perio-Support for Dental Health for Cats and Dogs
$19.99
TrueBlue Fast and Fresh Dental Swipes 50 Count for Dogs
$12.49
Cool Stuff for Cool Dogs!
JohannTheDog.com - where you can shop for cool stuff for cool dogs.JohannTheDog.com has put together, in one place, all the cool stuff you need for your dog.
Find dog beds, all natural foods and treats, collars, leashes, charms, training and agility gear, vitamins and supplements, books, clothing, toys, crates, dog seat belts, t-shirts and other cool stuff for two and four-leggers!
And the best part is they donate 10% of their profits to dog shelters and rescues!
Give us some woofs!
mae777 wrote...
Great lens we can not stress how important the health of our dogs teeth is. The healthier there teeth are it also helps them to live a longer and happier life. I only wish I would have known this soon. However at 16 years young her teeth are pretty good she has not lost any and we now take care of them on a daily basis. Thanks for this great lens. She is the cutie in my bio.
Posted March 05, 2009
AstridNicole wrote...
Great info! Astrid actually likes having her teeth brushed. Yep...I know I'm lucky there.
Posted February 01, 2009
JaguarJulie wrote...
Ah, pay particular attention to those back teeth -- especially after gnawing on those marrow bones ! --wink-- --wink-- & Arf Arf!
Posted January 02, 2009
jackinabox wrote...
Not all dogs will like it, but you should be able to train your dog to accept having its teeth brushed. Time and patience :)
Posted December 17, 2008
doglover wrote
ohk,
thx loads!
Posted November 08, 2008
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