Why Should I clean My Dogs Teeth ?
Your dog will do most things with its mouth so it's very important you keep their teeth clean and well looked after. If you don't regularly clean your dogs teeth they a build up of plaque could lead to gum diseases and cavities.
Best Way To Care For Your Dog's Teeth
The best way to look after your dogs teeth is by brushing them a few times a week. You can purchase a doggy tooth brush and toothpaste to use. You should ideally start this when they are puppies to get them used to brushing so it becomes part of their routine.
Here are a few steps to follow:
To begin let your dog just taste the toothpaste
Get them used to having you touch their mouth before you begin brushing
Start brushing by using a finger brush, Once they get used to this you can move onto a proper doggy tooth brush
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When it comes to dental care for animals in the natural world they normally clean their teeth by biting and chewing objects. Your dog should have access to toys they can bite and products like Dentastix they can chew on. Try and stay away from sugary chews etc as these will add to the problem.
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