DENTAL CARE FOR DOGS

Why brush your dog's teeth? Because you care for your dog and because you want your furiend to feel good. Because just like your teeth, the dog's teeth can get plaque and get holes. And repairing or removing teeth in a dog's mouth hurts as much as it does in our mouths.

Does your dog often chew on bones? It can be great for both the brain and the health. But it's not the same as brushing your teeth. So regardless of whether your dog receives different types of products that are said to improve dental health, you should still brush your dog's teeth.

Good oral hygiene is important for your dog to feel good. And a lot of it starts with toothbrushing. So regardless of whether your dog has bad breath or not, it is recommended that you take care of the dog's teeth.

PREVENT TARTAR

Food residues easily get stuck between the dog's teeth and then become plaque. To remove food residues and reduce the risk of plaque, toothbrushing is needed. It can actually be so easy to prevent tartar. For tartar is formed of plaque that has not been removed. Bad breath or your dog not wanting to eat can be a sign that everything is not right in the dog's mouth. So you want to reduce the risk of tartar and what in the long run can be gingivitis - brush the dog's teeth.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO REMOVE THE TARTAR ON THE DOG?

It is quite expensive to go to the vet to scrape tartar. Not to mention how bad it can hurt the doggy. And when it comes to money talks, it may well be worth noting that many insurance companies do not cover dental diseases such as caries, tooth loss (periodontitis), gingivitis (gingivitis) and tartar problems. So there is also a financial reason why you should take care of the dog's teeth.

WHAT IS NEEDED TO KEEP THE DOG'S MOUTH CLEAN AND HEALTY?

There are several ways to brush your dog's teeth. You can use a dog toothbrush, a brush glove or a finger toothbrush. What you use is not really that important, just the doggy and you will agree on how to best brush your teeth.

If you choose to use a toothbrush, feel free to take a soft one adapted for children. Some dog owners think that they get a better feeling by using their fingers and then choose toothbrush gloves to brush with.

Having toothpaste is good, but not at all crucial for brushing. What cleans the teeth is the mechanical movement. But on the other hand, the toothpaste can taste good, which can make the dog more interested, which in turn can facilitate toothbrushing. However, it is important that you choose a toothpaste that is suitable for dogs.

HOW TO BRUSH THE DOG'S TEETH

Take it easy and start carefully. Not all dogs like to be pilled in the mouth. But if you work systematically and train the dog to accept toothbrushing, it will go well. Here is a short instruction, step by step:

• Start by slowly getting the dog used to handling. Choose a place and time that is calm and peaceful. Lift the dog's lips and reward. Open your mouth and give a treat when the doggy agrees. This is something you can start with when the dog is a little puppy.
  
  
• The next step is to let the dog sniff, lick and get acquainted with the toothbrush / finger brush / glove. This is where the toothpaste can be good to have, to get the doggy more interested in the brush. At the same time, continue to give the dog both praise and reward.
  
  
• When you are about to start brushing, do it in short bursts. Allow the dog to swallow occasionally before continuing again. A good trick can be to start with the outside of the teeth. Once the dog gets used to it, you can open your mouth to access the inside of your teeth.
  
  
  

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I BRUSH MY DOG'S TEETH?

Ideally, you should brush your dog's teeth every day. Our best tip is to make it a daily routine and brush your teeth at the same time each time. Dogs are addictive animals, most people know when it's time for food, and in the same way can teach the dog that it's time for toothbrushing. It only takes a few minutes to clean the dog's teeth, no more is needed to keep your dog's mouth in good condition.