Keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy
February is Pet Dental Health Month. When your dog has healthy teeth and gums, they can get the most out of their food, crunching every delicious mouthful as they go, but if their teeth hurt, they’ll soon go off their meals and their metabolism will suffer.
Dog’s teeth have a lot of work to do, they use their mouths for more than just eating, they use them to play, explore and taste a lot of their surroundings too. If your dog’s teeth aren’t properly cared for, it can cause problems.
There are some positive things you can do to help care for your pet’s teeth, including:
Brushing – Regularly brushing your dog’s teeth is the best way to keep them clean and healthy. Start from an early age to get them used to the routine.
Toys – Some dog toys are designed to clean your dog’s teeth as they chew on them.
Chews – Dental chews or treats and specialist foods can also help to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Be sure to include these in your dog’s daily calorie intake.
Treats – Try not to feed your dog too many treats, as this can cause more bacteria to build up around their teeth.
Bones – Avoid feeding them bones as these can damage their teeth. Bones can also break into splinters which can damage their gums and throat.
Vet advice – Regular vet visits allow them to keep an eye on your pet’s oral health, as well as spotting any other health issues that may arise.
Natural plaque remover – Nutraplaque is a 100% natural product that provides an advanced double action formula to help aid oral health and hygiene by systemically working against bad breath, tartar & plaque for healthy teeth and gums. Find out more about Nutraplaque here.
