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Doggie Dental Care - graylocks - 01-11-2008
i'm 6 months into dog ownership and continue to be amazed at how much i didn't know about dog care. the schnoodle was neutered last week, microchipped, and had a dental treatment. today we have a follow up dental treatment and a lesson on applying OraVet Plague Control Gel at home. this would be in addition to what i'm told should be daily brushing.
i can barely get my 14 year old to brush his own teeth daily, much less do this for his dog. how many of you are regularly brushing your dog's teeth?
Re: Doggie Dental Care - DRR - 01-11-2008
Once a week or so. What do you feed him? That greatly influences dental care.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - AlphaDog - 01-11-2008
I have never given any of my dogs daily dental care, or weekly or monthly, for that matter. I do have their teeth checked regularly during their annual exams and get dental treatment from the vet when recommended to control tarter, although that's not even every year. I understand that allowing their teeth and gums to become extremely bad can lead to general health problems, but all of my guys have lived well past their statistical lifespans, even with my slovenly habits for their dental care. Louie is now five, and the vet has yet to recommend the full blown teeth cleaning procedure, although I'm sure it will have to be done before much longer. Regular dental care at home for pets is one of those things that, if you were going to do it, should have started at the little puppy stage in order to get them used to it. I find it odd that your vet is just now getting around to getting this going.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - graylocks - 01-11-2008
he's only had Iams Puppy kibble so far.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - btfc - 01-11-2008
I deal with a lot of dogs, and many of the older ones have teeth problems. I also think it is a good practice to get a dog used to having his teeth, as well as paws, handled and inspected regularly.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - Dick Moore - 01-11-2008
We found polyester "bones" at PetSmart-- braided rope with a knot in each end -- that do not easily fray, so no material goes down the dog's throat. Our dog loves chewing on these things and they keep her teeth in great shape, 'cause it's basically dental floss. We replace them after 5 or 6 months as they get worn. They wash up well with the clothes in the washing machine, too. They come in three sizes to fit various dogs' jaws. Highly recommended.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - vicrock - 01-11-2008
raw bones - keep the teeth looking great.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - lafinfil - 01-11-2008
My doggie gets a Greenie for her evening snack http://www.greenies.com/en_US/products_dental_chew.asp
She's almost 4 years old and her teeth are clean and bright, plus she loves them.
It's like doggie crack - only good for them.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - kap - 01-12-2008
Our 7 year old terrier mutt teeth needs cleaning, a $250, procedure to remove tartar. Our 2 year old Border Collie mutt is still a pup with perfect white and strong teeth. We brush their teeth every night. Neither one enjoy it. The puppy chews up so many of our things, i.e. lounge chairs' cushions, rubber slippers, water hoses, lawn, etc., that we think he's already doing a pretty good job of maintaining his powerful teeth!
Yes, I read that raw bones and meats help keep a dog's teeth in good condition because that is how animals in the wild maintain theirs.
Re: Doggie Dental Care - graylocks - 01-12-2008
[quote kap]Our 7 year old terrier mutt teeth needs cleaning, a $250, procedure to remove tartar. Our 2 year old Border Collie mutt is still a pup with perfect white and strong teeth. We brush their teeth every night. Neither one enjoy it.
have you brushed the terrier's teeth all along?