Dog Teethbrushing Time -Why It's Important

L to R: Max, Dolly, Franklin, Tyler

Every day I (Rob) brush our dogs' teeth. When you think about not brushing your own teeth, it's pretty nasty. 

WHY IT'S IMPORTANT:  Well, bacteria builds up in their mouths, too, as does tartar and plaque. And how you would you like having to go to a hospital to get put under once in a while to get your teeth scraped? Not a good feeling. So, why make them go through it? 
   So, I brush their teeth daily - and each of them have their own toothbrush. 

BEST TOOTHPASTE FOR DOGS ? I also found that Arm and Hammer dog toothpaste seems to be the most effective. 
   
OUR KIDS' REACTIONS: 
   Dolly (the Weimaraner) is extremely patient and lets me get all of her teeth, including the back molars. 

Toothbrushes: Dolly, Franklin, Tyler and Max's

   Tyler (black and tan Dachshund) is also extremely patient and lets me brush all his teeth. In fact, he thinks the toothpaste is a treat so he welcomes it!
   Franklin, our elder (11 yr old, red) Dachshund hates it. He fights me, pulls away, even snarls when I try to brush his teeth, and his teeth are the worst. 
   Max, our foster dog (11 yrs old, black/tan long-haired) welcomes his teeth brushing. 

BEST DENTAL TREATS - We have found that the Dingo Dental treats are the best for their teeth, too. 
Since Dolly was a puppy, I've been giving them to her. She's had one dental cleaning in 10 years (because I wasn't brushing her teeth early on) and her teeth look good. Arm and Hammer also makes a dental foam that will work on plaque and improve breath. 

So, take care of your dog's teeth as you take care of your own!