February Is Pet Dental Health Month
TOP TIPS for improving your dog's dental health
When is pet dental health month?
Dogs can suffer from a wide range of oral problems, just like us humans! February was declared National Pet Dental Health Month by the American Veterinary Medical Association to highlight to dog owners the importance of keeping their mouths healthy.
A whopping 85% of dogs over the age of 3 experience Periodontal Disease so keeping on top of their oral health is really important to avoid them developing any problems later in life.
Here at Dog & Jones, we regularly have pet owners come to us needing help with their dog's smelly breath, plaque build up or yellow teeth. So, in celebration of Pet Dental Health Awareness Month, we've put together a guide on how to keep your dog's gnashers sparkling and their oral health in top condition.
What's the best way to keep my dog's mouth clean?
Just like us humans, the answer to this question is, of course... brushing with a toothbrush! We highly recommend purchasing a dog toothbrush & dog toothpaste and adding this simple step into your dog's daily or weekly routine.
This will be very effective at reducing plaque, which in turn keeps their breath smelling fresh.
What if I can't brush my dog's teeth?
Lots of local grooming salons offer teeth cleaning!
Book in for regular teeth cleaning at your local grooming salon. We personally have two teeth cleaning options that we would recommend to ask your groomers for.
Ultrasonic Teeth Cleaning-
A silent and vibration-free way to gently but powerfully remove plaque. This is done without any brushing action so is great for dog's that can't stand a regular toothbrush!
The good old regular toothbrush-
Performed using a special dog toothbrush and often with a delicious meat flavour toothpaste (mmm!) to keep your dog happy.
What are the best dog treats for keeping my dog's teeth clean?
We have a whole host of treats here at Dog & Jones that promote dental health so we've chosen our favourites for you below... enjoy!
Edgard & Cooper Doggy Dental Sticks
We've stocked these fantastic chews for years now and have always received great feedback. They're sold in packs of 7, one for every day of the week, to give your dog a healthy and refreshing treat. These tasty treats have a delicious range of flavours to choose from! Whether your dog is a fan of Strawberry & Mint or Apple & Eucalyptus, these doggy dental sticks will be sure to freshen their breath while getting in all those hard to reach places. Available in 3 different sizes!
W'Zis Dental Fang Chew
W'Zis are one of our favourite brands here at Dog & Jones, and we've been blown away by how much your four legged friends are loving them! All vegetarian, all the flavour. They're on a mission to fight all dull and boring dog treats and we think they've achieved it with these fun dental chews! Powered by fennel, parsley and coconut oil to keep your dog's oral health up to scratch.
Dog & Jones Dental Treats
Part of our own range, these Dental Treats are perfect for popping in your bag and taking with you on walks. Includes activated charcoal to keep your dog's teeth white, as well as peppermint to keep their breath smelling fresh! Plus, the freshly prepared turkey and wild boar will mean these are your dog's new favourite treat.
Miro & Mikauri Chews
A number of Miro & Makauri chews have ridges and bumps, that when chewed, get into the gum line and help reduce plaque and tartar build up. The Croc Bites for example are specially formulated with ingredients like green tea extract & fennel, while also having bumps and ridges to get in-between your dog's teeth and massage the gum line to increase blood flow, keeping their mouth healthy. Plus, they are vegan, grain free and low in fat.
Natural Treats & Chews
And last, but certainly not least... natural treats! These typically come under the guise of 'bits of dead animal' so you might be wondering how on earth that will help with your dog's dental health!? But natural treats like pizzles and tendons are fantastic for your dog to sit there and chew for a while, and the simple act of chewing can help reduce plaque! Natural treats that include hair on them like our hairy rabbit ears and hairy lamb ears are an especially great way of cleaning your dog's teeth as the hair acts as a natural 'flosser'! We sell a wide selection of natural treats here at Dog & Jones so have a browse through our collection and hopefully you'll find something to suit your pup.
Which supplements can help with keeping my dog's teeth clean?
Our NEW Dog & Jones Plaque Remover is launching this march and we're sure you're going to love it! It's a tub of magical powder which you can add to your dog's food or water every morning, to help keep plaque at bay! This can be given to all dogs both young & old, helping to keep your pups teeth in fantastic condition.
This daily use supplement contains a combination of natural vitamins, minerals & amino acids that tackle plaque & tartar build up. These is also a small helping of mint & parsley to help freshen breath. Parsley is a natural herb which is rich in protein, fibre & vitamins that help to prevent oral bacteria & germs.
This supplement also contains Seaweed, which is full of enzymes that help to fight plaque & tartar build up. Seaweed also helps the overall dental health of your dog, and contains minerals that can benefit their immune & digestive system. Plus it is great for promoting a healthy skin & coat.
So there you have it... our guide on how to keep your dog's teeth in super condition!
Pop in store to find out more about our full range of dental products and sample our Dog & Jones Dental Treats for FREE. Plus, receive a FREE Whimzees Toothbrush Daily Dental Treat this week, when you spend £10 or more (available while stocks last).
