The importance of dental care for dogs - Wagr Petcare

    The importance of dental care for dogs

    Caring for your canineā€™s 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, itā€™s very important to check to see if your dogā€™s teeth are healthy and that heā€™s not suffering from any of the above-mentioned hazards.

    Your dog doesnā€™t even let you give him a bath and heā€™s never going to be okay with you trimming his nails, so dental hygiene is probably going to be a big ruckus as well. But here are a few steps you can take to go about this exercise smoothly.

    First and foremost, start early. If you maintain your petā€™s dental hygiene from the time heā€™s a pup, heā€™ll be used to it by the time heā€™s older and maybe heā€™ll 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 dogā€™s all grown up, and itā€™s 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.

    Toothbrushes

    The easiest way to clean your dogā€™s 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 

    Toothpaste

    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, donā€™t even risk using regular toothpaste for your pet. Toothpaste also helps your dog inĀ getting rid of the bad breath.

    Tooth wipes

    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.

    Chew Toys and Soft/Rubber Bones

    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.

    The trick is to go slowly and gradually. While using toothpaste, apply a little on your fingers and allow him to lick it. This will allow him to develop a taste for it. Also, let him sniff his toothbrush or his chew toys before you get set to clean his teeth. If your pal isnā€™t cooperating with you, start by cleaning only a small portion of his mouth and gradually work your way up.
    Lastly, it is important to know that these DIYs are helpful to a certain extent, but it is also highly advisable to occasionally take your dog to the vet and see what a professional might have to say about his dental hygiene.
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