dog teeth

Q & A: Flossing dog’s teeth?

Q: Besides brushing my dog’s teeth as regularly as possible, do I have to floss his teeth as well? A: Flossing a dog’s teeth is not usually possible (as they do not tolerate it or will not sit still), and it may damage the gums, so brushing is still the best option when it comes […]

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Flossing dog’s teeth

We recently had the question: Besides brushing my dog’s teeth as regularly as possible, do I have to floss his teeth as well? The answer is flossing a dog’s teeth is not usually possible (as they do not tolerate it or will not sit still), and it may damage the gums, so brushing is still

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Q & A: What a smile!

Q: How can I teach my dog to tolerate having his teeth brushed? A: The best way to get your dog used to letting you brush his teeth is to start off by putting your hand under his jaw so that he rests his head in your hand. At the same time you gently stroke

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