Even if you aren’t able to brush your pet’s teeth every day, by incorporating a pet food into your pet’s daily routine or supplement, you can provide the dental care needed to keep your pet healthy. Be sure to talk with your veterinarian about the options that exist and which are right for your pet.
STEP 1: Introduce a brushing program to pets gradually. Avoid over-restraining your pet and keep brushing sessions short and positive. A cat or small dog can be held in your lap. Praise and reassure your pet throughout the process.
STEP 2: At first, dip a finger into beef bouillon for dogs or tuna water for cats. Rub the soaked finger gently over the pet’s mouth and teeth. Make the initial sessions short and positive.
STEP 3: Gradually, introduce gauze over the finger and gently scrub the teeth in a circular motion.
STEP 4: Finally, you can introduce a soft toothbrush designed for pets. Use a sensitive or ultra-soft brush designed for people or a brush designed for pets. Special pet toothbrushes are available from your veterinarian or specialty pet store. Don’t use toothpaste designed for people because it could upset the animal’s stomach.
Check out this video on how to introduce your pet to daily brushing and teeth care from the American Veterinary Medical Association:
Does your pet already have heathly, clean teeth? Then you can upload pictures of your pet’s healthy smile to http://www.flickr.com/groups/pearlywhitepets/! Show us their smile!
