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How often do you brush your dog's teeth? If you need to brush up on their oral hygiene regime, take a look at these tips.
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I would use this water additive to help with his breath. https://worldtails.securevetsource.com/itemView/view/198944_HomeDelivery.pml?productId=136174 Also, these chews may help. https://worldtails.securevetsource.com/itemView/view/198944_HomeDelivery.pml?productId=118572
Updated on September 24th, 2025
My own preference, and what I use for my dog, is C.E.T. Enzymatic Oral Hygiene Chews (by Virbac). These chews, in conjunction with daily brushing, keep his teeth clean and his breath fresh. Be sure that any chew or dental product you choose has the VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) Seal of Approval on the package.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hi there! I'm so thrilled to hear you're interested in helping Rocky with good dental hygiene! I encourage my clients to use products like Oravet dental hygiene chews or Virbac CET Veggie Sticks. Products like Clenzadent are also available as a sort of mouth rise to help with your pet's bad breath. The best thing, of course is a full dental under anesthesia to get the teeth free of excess calculus, but I understand this is more invasive than chews. Glad to hear you are taking such good care of him. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I certainly understand how difficult it can be to manage bad breath. I am attaching a handout below on halitosis which will give you more information. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=129 Unfortunately, halitosis is most commonly due to dental disease that can only be treated by performing a dental cleaning under anesthesia to remove all the tartar and bacteria under the gum line. After a dental cleaning, continuing to brush is very important. I recently started using PetSmile since a veterinary dentist recommended it to me and have been very pleased at the improvement in halitosis in my dogs. https://petsmileusa.com/ Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Boop by Petco
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I do not recommend to give Paulie any type of breath mint but there are things you can do to help. Small breed dogs like Paulie are prone to dental disease, abscesses and tooth infections which can result in very bad breath. Make him an appointment with the veterinarian to have his mouth examined and potentially schedule a dental cleaning. Most small breed dogs should have their teeth cleaned every 1-3 years for best health. At home brushing his teeth 3 times a week or more will help with doggy breath and improve overall dental health. It is not a substitute however for a thorough dental cleaning. Make sure to get dog tooth paste and you can generally find videos on line for how to brush the teeth. they do make water additives and what not which help but brushing the teeth is most effective. I hope this helps and thank you for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on September 24th, 2025