What? Now I'm supposed to brush my dog's teeth too? Often enough, I can barely motivate myself to do it. Admittedly, many people probably react that way. However, there are solid reasons why you should brush your dog's teeth. By supporting your pet's health, you'll also save yourself a lot of stress, worry, and ultimately even expense. We want to see if this post can convince a few doubters to introduce teeth brushing for their dogs as well.
Health aspects
The simplest reason we should brush our dog's teeth is the same as for humans: Harmful plaque builds up on teeth, which can lead to tartar and inflammation. This can lead to dangerous secondary diseases such as gingivitis or periodontitis. By brushing our dog's teeth regularly, we can prevent many dangers and provide long-term protection.
Practical aspects
Ultimately, regular use saves your pet many visits to the doctor, including expensive dental cleanings, as well as potential anesthesia and dental surgery. That's why introducing your dog's teeth to brushing is also good for your own nerves.
Making brushing your dog's teeth appealing is usually quite simple: First, familiarize your pet with the toothpaste and toothbrush. Once your pet has sniffed and tasted the toothpaste, the process will no longer seem threatening. With petting and small rewards, you can make brushing your dog's teeth a daily habit.
Hygienic aspects
We love being licked by our pets. But it's not nice when harmful bacteria have settled in a dog's mouth. Because animals regularly put things in their mouths and lick them that we also come into contact with, you should also brush your dog's teeth.
Then there's the issue of bad breath. Often, this is caused by heavy plaque. Food debris or foreign objects stuck between the teeth cause bad breath. Of course, we can help here too by brushing your dog's teeth. This way, we can ensure noticeably fresher breath.
Conclusion
So there are plenty of good reasons why we should brush our dog's teeth. The benefits clearly outweigh the effort and expense of purchasing a pet toothbrush. No excuses, then. When we brush our dog's teeth, we make him and ourselves happy.
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