{"id":6623,"date":"2023-02-01T07:04:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T07:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeopet.kloudexpert.com\/unitedkingdom\/?p=6623"},"modified":"2024-09-03T09:24:20","modified_gmt":"2024-09-03T09:24:20","slug":"lets-talk-about-your-pets-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeopet.kloudexpert.com\/uk\/lets-talk-about-your-pets-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Talk About Your Pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Teeth!"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><em>Do you want to know some interesting facts about your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth? <\/em>\r\n\r\nCats and dogs need their teeth more than we do. While we only use our teeth to chew and to tear stubborn packets of chips open, our pets use them for various other reasons such as to communicate, as a defense mechanism as well as eating.\r\n\r\nTeeth are really important for an animal.\r\n\r\nHowever, they\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re prone to disease and decay, which is why it is crucial to take care of them.\r\n\r\nIn this blog post, we will share some interesting facts about your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth and help you figure out how to take better care of their oral health.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fun Facts About Your Pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Teeth!<\/h1>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThere are many things that you probably don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t know about your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s pearly whites. Such as\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Cats and dogs have a set of baby or milk teeth just like humans do, which get replaced when they get older<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Cats have 30 permanent teeth while dogs have 42<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>80% of cats and dogs over the age of three have some form of dental disease<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Taking good care of your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth can add 2-4 years to its life<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Periodontal disease is the most common dental ailment that adult dogs and cats suffer from<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Periodontal disease can lead to your pet developing infection and inflammation to other organs as well, such as to your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s liver, kidneys, and heart<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>If your pet has bad breath, you should get him\/her checked for periodontal disease!<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Your pet most probably won\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t let you know that something\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s wrong as they don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t usually stop eating, even in the most advanced stages of periodontal disease<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Small breeds of dogs and cats are prone to dental problems since their teeth are often too big for their mouths<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pets can have several veterinary procedures performed, such as crowns and root canals<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Nasal discharge and sneezing are two of the most commonly ignored signs of tooth infection<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Your pet might need to be put under general anesthesia for proper dental cleaning<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You should brush your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth on a daily basis, to promote dental health<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>It takes just 48 hours for dental plaque to turn into tartar which can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t be removed by brushing<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A broken milk tooth which has an exposed pulp may cause puppies to come down with tetanus<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>If your pet chews on hard things such as wood, rocks, and bones, their teeth can be easily broken<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><em>Which of these facts shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments section. <\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taking Care of Your Pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Teeth<\/h1>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nTo ensure your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s oral health, it is crucial to brush their teeth on a regular basis.\r\n\r\nHere\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s how to do this, simply and painlessly (animal permitting).\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buy a High-quality animal Toothpaste and Toothbrush<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nOne of the most important things that pet owners overlook when it comes to their pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s oral hygiene is that they don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t buy a toothbrush made for their pets and use an adult toothbrush on them instead, which usually don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t work,\r\n\r\nWe recommend that you get toothbrushes made specifically for your pet because:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>They can easily access the crevices of your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mouth<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>The bristles are made to clean the pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mouth<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nHINT If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re in a pinch, children\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s toothbrushes will get the job done.\r\n\r\nYou should NEVER use toothpaste meant for humans for your furry friend as they contain fluoride and other ingredients, which are toxic to pets.\r\n\r\nThere are various kinds of pet toothpaste available on the market which come in different flavors that make brushing your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth an easier task.\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/homeopet.kloudexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/cat-toothbrush.jpg\" alt=\"cat-toothbrush\" class=\"wp-image-6638\"\/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start Brushing When Your Pet Is Young!<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nWe recommend that you start brushing your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth when they\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re young &#8211; in puppyhood or kittenhood &#8211; so that your pet doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t freak out while you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re brushing their teeth. This can also turn into a bonding experience, once your pet gets used to it.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start by First Introducing Your Pet to the Toothpaste and Toothbrush<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nYou can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t just put something in your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mouth and expect them to go with it! We recommend that you start by getting your pet comfortable with having the toothbrush and toothpaste in their mouth.\r\n\r\nThis makes brushing feel a little less overwhelming.\r\n\r\nHere are some steps you can follow:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Let your pet taste a small amount of the toothpaste on your finger.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>As your pet smells and eventually licks the paste, start brushing your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth with your fingers as it makes the transition easier<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Show your pet the toothbrush with the toothpaste on it and allow it to lick the toothpaste<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nKeep in mind (as with all training) that you should reinforce your pet with praises as it makes the transition to brushing a little easier.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brush a Few Teeth at a Time<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nTake things slowly by brushing only a few of your dog\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth with the toothbrush and gradually work your way up to the whole mouth over the span of a few days or longer if necessary. As with ALL training, patience is key.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make it a Habit<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe goal of brushing your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth is to make the process easy while protecting your pet from painful dental diseases. You should ideally brush your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth once a day or once every other day\r\n\r\nHowever, you can aim for brushing your furry friend\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth at least three times a week.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The natural way to healthy teeth<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> HomeoPet have just launched <a href=\"https:\/\/homeopet.kloudexpert.com\/product\/doggy-dental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doggy Dental<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/homeopet.kloudexpert.com\/product\/purr-dental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Purr Dental<\/a> to help keep your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth clean and healthy. These natural, homeopathic medicines aid in the removal of plaque and tartar, whilst also supporting healthy teeth, gums and breath. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summing Up<\/h1>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><em>Do you know any cool facts about your cat\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s or dog\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth? If so, share them with us in the comments below! <\/em>\r\n\r\nTaking care of your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth is crucial to ensure that they live a happy and pain-free life (not to mention avoiding hefty vet bills). The first step towards ensuring your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dental health is regularly brushing their teeth to fight germ buildup and plaque.\r\n\r\nIn this blog post, we went through some interesting facts about your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth and a step-by-step guide on how you can start brushing your pet\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s teeth.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>Do you have any questions? 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