Essential care tips to keep your dog's teeth clean and healthy.
Dog health is a key goal for every pet owner who cares for and dedicates time to their beloved companion animal. Most of us do everything in our power to ensure the good health of our dog. What is observed, of course, is that oral hygiene is the one that seems to be neglected the most. This somehow explains the large number of dogs that show dental diseases, already from a very young age.
Why is oral hygiene so important? Inconsistency in cleaning dogs' teeth has immediate consequences. According to veterinarians, neglecting oral hygiene in dogs can cause tooth loss, pain, and even serious infections.
What is the easiest way to tell if something is wrong with your dog's oral hygiene? Bad breath is not a characteristic of all dogs, but it does indicate that something is wrong with the bad smell they emit instead of the neutral odor that is the normal state. So, if you notice that your dog's mouth smells bad, you should take action!
Below we will see in detail how the omissions most of us make in our dog's oral hygiene can cause problems for his health. At the same time, we will share expert advice for healthy and clean teeth for every dog.
What we should do for dogs' oral hygiene
Brushing your dog's teeth is a good solution to avoid the effects of poor oral hygiene. Frequent repetitions help a lot (not on a daily basis) but you need to be careful with the toothpaste you choose as they may contain toxic substances. In addition to special toothpastes and special toothbrushes, you will also find special wipes for pet teeth. This is the easiest and fastest way to clean teeth. Be careful! Wipes fight plaque but are not effective in cleaning.
The best suggestion, in combination with brushing, are treats that freshen our dog's breath.
Petchef's mint dog treats are made with oats and banana. In addition to rewarding or training your dog, the treats are ideal after every meal to freshen their breath with the mint and to rub their teeth with something solid.
And of course, the most important but also inevitable thing at some point in our dog's life is professional cleaning by our veterinarian !
💡Does dry food clean teeth? This statement is a myth. As veterinarians have confirmed countless times, there are no foods that clean a dog's teeth. On the contrary, all foods, in any form, burden the teeth and therefore make brushing necessary. In fact, studies have shown that tartar on dogs' teeth is mainly due to dry food.
Petchef's cooked dog meals are designed in collaboration with our veterinary team and follow the FEDIAF (European Pet Food Industry Federation) standards for dog food at all stages of their life. In addition, a cooked food that is softer is much easier to clean and does not stick so strongly to our dog's teeth.
Find the right plan that suits your dog and leave the rest to us!