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How to keep your pets teeth clean and prevent dental disease

Prevent plaque and other health issues by cleaning your pet’s teeth. Get tips on how to train them and the overall health benefits.

How to train your cat to brush his teeth daily ?

If you’ve never brushed your cat’s teeth before, here are some
simple steps to train them and make it a fun time

Get your cat used to having you touching their mouth
Introduce your cat to the taste of toothpaste
Bring in the toothbrush
Brush the teeth in the back
Brush all teeth

How to train your dog to brush his teeth daily?

If you’ve never brushed your dog’s teeth before, here are some
simple steps to train them and make it a fun time

Get your dog used to having you touching their mouth
Introduce your dog to the taste of toothpaste
Bring in the toothbrush
Brush the teeth in the back
Brush all teeth

Brushing your pet’s teeth with the proper toothbrush and paste

The simplest way to prevent periodontal disease is to brush your pet’s teeth on a regular basis. You can do it every other day but the most effective is, just like for humans, to brush them every day. All you will need for this is a pet toothbrush and toothpaste.

Warning : make sure to use toothpaste specifically formulated for pets. Never use human toothpaste as they can contain substances that can be toxic to cats and dogs.

Learn more about Gingivitis

As much as a dog’s bad breath can prove to be unpleasant, the bacteria responsible for it can also spread to more vital organs and cause some serious diseases. In this article our vets have compiled their 5 simplest techniques to ensure long lasting health for your dog.

Why make your pet’s dental health a priority ?

An impressive 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show early signs of Periodontal Disease by 1 year of age. Though very common, these signs can sometimes remain silent and take some time to get noticed. Indeed, the bacteria in the mouth can aggregate on teeth to form plaque. As plaque develops on your pet’s teeth, it generates tartar and causes gum inflammation (also called gingivitis). Tartar, also known as dental calculus, is a yellow-brown hard-to-remove material that sits on the surface of teeth. You can check for tartar and gum redness by looking at your dog’s teeth and gums. If the gums look red or show some darker pink patches it may be the sign of gum inflammation. Please contact your veterinarian if this is the case.

Use a water additive to avoid plaque developing on your pet's teeth

Aquadent^® FR3SH^TM is a water additive solution which can help in the prevention of plaque and to freshen your pet's breath. Thanks to its combination of 3 natural ingredients, Aquadent^® FR3SH^TM supports good dental hygiene.

How to use Aquadent^® FR3SH™ to clean your pet’s mouth ?

Shake before using. AQUADENT^® FR3SH solution should be added daily to your pet's drinking water. Add 2.5mL to every 250mL of drinking water using the dosing cup. Replace drinking water every 24 hours, even if not finished.

Using dental chews

Beyond regular teeth brushing and using water additives, some chews exist that are made specifically to help remove plaque and tartar from teeth and support healthy gums. Our Veggiedent^® FR3SH™ chews for dogs have been shown to reduce plaque by 44% and tartar by 55%, all in a chew that dogs love.

The benefits of dental chews

Not only will your dogs love these plant-based, dental chews, they will also have a fresher breath thanks to the FR3SH™ technology. This technology is based on 3 ingredients to target bad breath in 3 ways: to clean the mouth, freshen the breath and target the digestive cause. Also, thanks to their long Z-shape and texture, these chews will reach all teeth, even the ones in the back, and scrape away plaque and tartar.

Consider a dental diet to keep your pet’s teeth healthy

Although brushing your pet’s teeth on a daily basis is the best way to ensure their dental health, choosing a diet with dental benefits can also contribute to improving their dental and general health.

Dental chews

Veggiedent^® FR3SH™

Veggiedent^® FR3SH™ Dental Chews offer a healthy solution in removing plaque and tartar to help keep your pet’s breath fresh.

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Water additives

Aquadent^® FR3SH™

A dental solution which helps maintain fresh breath as well as supporting healthy teeth and gums by controlling plaque in dog's and cat's.

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Toothbrush & Toothpaste

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How to keep your pets teeth clean and prevent dental disease

Prevent plaque and other health issues by cleaning your pet’s teeth. Get tips on how to train them and the overall health benefits.

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