Hi
ed,
When's the last time you looked inside your dog's mouth? Would you say that
their teeth are in good health - or are you not sure?
We all know
maintaining your dog's health can be costly at times. You've also probably heard
that "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Poor dental health can
have major effects on the rest of your dog's well-being. And sometimes health
conditions surface right when you least expect them - and can hardly afford
them.
Less-than-optimal oral health affects about 80 percent of dogs who
are three years old and older. Small breed dogs are especially prone to oral
disease because of their smaller mouths and often crowded teeth.
Plaque
can collect and build up on your dog's teeth and gums. If it's not removed, it
hardens into tartar within days. Tartar sticks to the teeth and can build up
under the gums, irritating them. Bacteria can gather in the small pockets that
develop. Bad breath and red gums may be your first and only tip that all's not
well with your pup's mouth. Advanced oral and gum issues can be extremely
painful for your pup. And those same issues can lead to much more serious health
problems, too. Your dog's mouth can also cost a significant amount of money to
treat. According to one pet insurance company, both dog and cat owners spend far
more money fixing problems than they do preventing them - nearly two and a half
times more!
In fact, mouth, tooth, and gum issues in pets were the
#1 reason for pet health insurance claims in 2010.
There are several things you can do to help maintain good dental health in
your dog:
1. Brush your dog's teeth, ideally every day. At the bare minimum, brush
several times a week. It's well worth the effort it may take!
2. Take a look inside your dog's mouth periodically. Check for loose teeth,
unusual bumps, and note any change in your dog's breath.
3. Schedule regular oral exams with your veterinarian.
4. Regularly offer your dog safe, natural chews or raw bones to help control
plaque and tartar. (Always supervise your dog with chews and treats,
please!)
Dr. Debra, my friend from PetProductAdvisor.com, knows how hard
it can be to give your dog proper dental care. Many dogs suffer from poor dental
health when their owners struggle to clean their teeth. She recently found a
great product that I agree can help many dog owners.
Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste , made by Ark
Naturals, is an all-natural dental chew that combines a clinically effective pet
toothpaste nestled inside a tasty chlorophyll, cinnamon, vanilla and clove
"chew."
The patented toothpaste includes three ingredients that help
inhibit the growth of plaque-forming bacteria, which is good news for your dog's
oral health!
Dogs love the taste and owners appreciate how these chews
reduce bad breath and how their abrasive action helps remove plaque, tartar, and
even tooth stains. Used regularly, they can play an important role in supporting
your pet's oral health and maybe even help eliminate some of those costly,
unexpected vet bills.
Here's what one owner had to say about Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste:
"I have a
14 year old Pomeranian and just can't bring myself to have her put under just to
clean her teeth. Her breath had gotten pretty bad and the vet insists there's
no other way to clean her teeth. I tried a toothbrush with dog toothpaste (she
threw up) and an antiseptic smelling spray (she has never threatened to bite me
before). Three weeks ago, I visited a pet store where they gave me a sample of
Breath-Less. My dog loved it! After using it now for 2
weeks everyone comments on how white her teeth are. Her breath is 1000 times
better. I'm telling everyone about this product. Thanks so much!"
Sandra M, AL
Please believe me when I say your
dog's oral health is not worth gambling with. When you help maintain healthy
teeth and gums, you're supporting your dog's health from head to tail. Find out
more about Breathless-Less Brushless-Toothpaste dental chews today
right here!Until next time,
Dr. Jon
P.S. Multiple award-winning Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste chews are all-natural
and are made from highly digestible rice. No wheat, soy, corn, artificial colors
or flavors!
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TODAY'S
PET TIP
Healthy
Dog Teeth
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Keeping your dog's teeth clean can help keep your
dog healthy.
Use a soft toothbrush. Start by offering your dog a
taste of the dog toothpaste. The next time, let him taste the toothpaste, then
run your finger along the gums of the upper teeth.
Repeat the process with the tooth brush. Get the
bristles of the brush along the gum line of the upper back teeth and angle
slightly up, so the bristles get under the gum line.
Work from back to front, making small circles along
the gum lines. It should take you less than 30 seconds to brush your pet's
teeth. Do not try to brush the entire mouth at first.
If all that your pet lets you brush is the outside
of the upper teeth, you are still addressing the most important area of
periodontal disease - prevention.
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