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natlog
Dec 09, 2009
Dogs seem to enjoy having their teeth brushed, and happily lie on their backs with their mouths wide open for it. The tooth paste isn't as important as the brushing, and you can do without it. Tooth brushes for people should work as well. Very small dogs may need a special brush, but because dogs can open their mouths much wider than we can, large brushes aren't such a problem. -
resourcefulone
Jun 17, 2009
Great tip, my dog is a mixed bred, yorkie and maltese. She is 4yrs old, I've had her for 2yrs and occassionally I brush her teeth, but she does see the vet for her dental cleaning as well as the upkeep for her health.
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rainmanmom
Jun 14, 2009
EXCELLENT TIPS! RAINMMANMOM
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foodrecipesmade
Jun 10, 2009
great tip!
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bethweston71
Jun 07, 2009
Thanks for the advice!
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Toelken
Nov 28, 2008
Excellent info. My Japanese Kai-ken is a bit skittish anytime you try to check him out also.But I need to start working with him,and brushing thanks.Toelken
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Toelken
Nov 28, 2008
Excellent info. My Japanese Kai-ken is a bit skittish anytime you try to check him out also.But I need to start working with him,and brushing thanks.Toelken
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MelMalka
Nov 24, 2008
Fluoride, an ingredient in most human toothpastes can be harmful to dogs. They'll prefer the meat or chicken flavored ones anyway. I can't get my Rottie to enjoy her tooth brushing at all no matter how many treats or how much praise I give. Some dogs are just dirty!
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MelMalka
Nov 24, 2008
Fluoride, an ingredient in most human toothpastes can be harmful to dogs. They'll prefer the meat or chicken flavored ones anyway. I can't get my Rottie to enjoy her tooth brushing at all no matter how many treats or how much praise I give. Some dogs are just dirty!
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tassie
Jun 05, 2008
I honestly don't think my dog cares for praise or associates his treats with his behavior... He's not dumb, he's just too smart for his own good... He's too dominant. Working on that dominance thing.
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Karen Spurlin
Feb 22, 2008
It is better to use a toothpaste that is specially made for dogs and cats. The toothpaste that is made for humans is too harsh for our pets. Choose a product that is made with baking soda, which is an enzymatic that helps to scrub teeth clean without harsh chemicals.
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Karen Spurlin
Feb 22, 2008
It is better to use a toothpaste that is specially made for dogs and cats. The toothpaste that is made for humans is too harsh for our pets. Choose a product that is made with baking soda, which is an enzymatic that helps to scrub teeth clean without harsh chemicals.
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Aug 08, 2006
I started out at about 8 weeks with my dog to get tooth brushing thing down. I sat on the floor and had her curl up in my lap and played with her mouth. Soon after I started using the fingerbrush and letting her lick toothpaste (which she loves). 4 years later she's a lot bigger and still curls up in my lap to get her teeth brushed with no fighting. I can even get her back teeth with no problems.
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Dec 20, 2005
To introduce your dog to the idea of toothbrushing, start with doing some fingertip massage around his ears (first), then proceed up his head until you are massaging his teeth through his skin. Once he's used to your massaging that part of the face it's possible to slip your finger inside his lip so you can massage his gums. At this point you introduce the toothpaste, which he will like. Later on you can substitute a finger brush for your finger or an electric toothbrush, which provides the same massaging action.
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Dec 20, 2005
To introduce your dog to the idea of toothbrushing, start with doing some fingertip massage around his ears (first), then proceed up his head until you are massaging his teeth through his skin. Once he's used to your massaging that part of the face it's possible to slip your finger inside his lip so you can massage his gums. At this point you introduce the toothpaste, which he will like. Later on you can substitute a finger brush for your finger or an electric toothbrush, which provides the same massaging action.
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Nov 22, 2005
Be sure to give a big hug to your dog when you are done!
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Nov 22, 2005
I started with Sampson on his third day with us at the age of 8 weeks just to get him used to the idea. I let him taste the toothpaste the first time only, then brushed his gums and teeth with the finger brush. He loves this time.
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Nov 22, 2005
I have accustomed my two dogs to having their teeth brushed with an electric toothbrush. They have their own brushes, of course. It is efficient and easier. The best toothpaste I have found is Pet Gel made by Oxyfresh.
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Nov 22, 2005
If the plaque is bad and gums are sore, then try putting a little toothpaste on a clean cloth and wiping the gums. This gets him used to the taste and avoids hurting his sore gums. After a bit, try using a toothbrush as his gums will not be so sore. Take your dog to the vet if it's really bad, though.
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Nov 22, 2005
Do not use toothpaste that is made for people. Besides the flavor being too strong, toothpaste made for people has detergent in it that can make your pet feel ill. Pet's don't spit their toothpaste out, remember that.
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Nov 22, 2005
If the plaque is bad and gums are sore, then try putting a little toothpaste on a clean cloth and wiping the gums. This gets him used to the taste and avoids hurting his sore gums. After a bit, try using a toothbrush as his gums will not be so sore. Take your dog to the vet if it's really bad, though.
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Nov 22, 2005
Don't let your dog make you stop. Show him that YOU are the packleader. Do it very gently, of course.
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Nov 22, 2005
Start brushing your dog's teeth when you first bring him home. He will learn to love it and will sit still for you.
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Nov 22, 2005
I started with Sampson on his third day with us at the age of 8 weeks just to get him used to the idea. I let him taste the toothpaste the first time only, then brushed his gums and teeth with the finger brush. He loves this time.
