Caring for your canineās canines is just as necessary as it is to care for your own teeth. Ā Dogs too suffer from dental problems such as bad breath, plaque, gum diseases and tooth decay. So, itās very important to check to see if your dogās teeth are healthy and that heās not suffering from any of the above-mentioned hazards.
First and foremost, start early. If you maintain your petās dental hygiene from the time heās a pup, heāll be used to it by the time heās older and maybe heāll even look forward to it. If you start young, the chances of your dog developing dental problems later on in his lifetime are pretty low.
But, if your dogās all grown up, and itās only now that his dental care concerns you, worry not. Start by cleaning his teeth, little by little regularly so he gets used to it.
The easiest way to clean your dogās teeth is by means of a toothbrush. Use a canine toothbrush as they are better angled than the toothbrushes we use.Ā You can easily find dog's toothbrush and other hygieneĀ relatedĀ products online. However, if you do use a regular toothbrush, ensure that it is a soft-bristled one. Remember to brush along the gums as tooth decay on the outside is more common in dogs. You can find dog's hygieneĀ related various products onlineĀ
There are special toothpaste available for dogs with various flavours he might enjoy. Always use toothpaste designed for dogs are they do not contain harmful substances. Never use the toothpaste we use, for your dog, as regular toothpaste contains Fluoride, which is extremely harmful to dogs. Since dogs most likely will not spit out the paste, donāt even risk using regular toothpaste for your pet. Toothpaste also helps your dog inĀ getting rid of the bad breath.
If your buddy is much too reluctant to allow you to use a toothbrush, tooth wipes are an option. Get your dog to open his mouth and gently wipe his teeth with it. However, know that brushes are far more effective in freeing the teeth from food particles, bacteria etc.
Rubber chew bones andĀ toys are also good at removing food particles and a certain amount of plaque. But as fun as these can be for your dog, they might not be as useful as the previously mentioned options.
