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    Introduction to Protecting Your Pets’ Teeth and Gums

    Here’s Why You Should Be Brushing Your Pets’ Teeth

    How To Train Your Pet To Get Their Teeth Brushed

    How To Find A Veterinarian Dentist

    Got Your Pet’s Teeth Cleaned? Now What?

    Getting Started in Providing Your Pets with Quality Dental Care

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    Introductionto Protecting Your Pets’Teeth + Gums

    A lot goes into ensuring that dogs

    and cats receive the dental care

    they need to enjoy healthy teeth and

    gums for life. To support pet owners

    on this journey, our team at Petsmile

    created this informative guide about

    protecting your pets’ dental health.

    With this guide, you will learn all

    you need to know about at-home

    and professional dental care

    for dogs and cats.

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    At the start of this guide, we will

    cover the importance of regularly

    brushing your pets’ teeth and how

    to accomplish this feat. We will

    also discuss best ways to find a

    skilled veterinary dentist and what

    to expect from the tooth cleaning

    process. Finally, we will explore ways

    to maintain the excellent condition

    of your pets’ teeth and gums. All

    this information will assist in your

    complete care of your pets’ teeth and

    gums, so get ready to learn all you

    need to know.

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    At Petsmile, we strive to help dogs

    and cats live happier, healthier lives

    through every age and life stage.

    Our Veterinary Oral Health Council

    (VOHC) accepted toothpaste

    supports this mission by actively

    eliminating biofilm and plaque using

    our proprietary Calprox formulas.

    As our formula gently dissolves the

    protein layer on the teeth, plaque,

    bacteria and stains disappear as well.

    With our effective toothpaste for

    pets, we proudly support pet owners’

    efforts in keeping their dogs and cats

    happy and healthy for years to come.We welcome you to jump right in

    and learn all you need to know about

    preserving the dental health of your

    pets. Our guide will give you the

    knowledge you need to provide your

    pets with exceptional dental care

    through every stage of life.

    Our Mission in Helping You Protect Your Pets’ Dental Health

    Forge Ahead to Learn How to Preserve the Dental Health of Your Pets

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    Here’s Why You Should Be Brushing Your Pets’ Teeth

    Despite the rise of teeth cleaning

    bones and treats, dogs need daily

    toothbrushing sessions to maintain

    great oral health. The bones and

    treats can act as a backup method,

    but the focus needs to stay on wthor-

    oughly cleaning the teeth and gums

    with a toothbrush and toothpaste

    for pets each and every day. When

    you attend to the needs of your pets’

    dental health, you can prevent tooth

    decay, gum diseases and other health

    complications from developing. Your

    pets may benefit from the care by

    retaining their full set of teeth and

    living without pain and discomfort

    associated with poor dental health.

    Explore why you need to brush your

    pets’ teeth every day in detail using

    this informative guide.p

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    Both cats and dogs have several

    different types of teeth for grabbing,

    eating and grooming purposes. From

    the incisors to the molars, each type

    of tooth requires thorough cleaning

    to prevent plaque and bacteria from

    adhering to the surface. You must pay

    attention to the grooves and ridges in

    each tooth surface to fully remove

    food deposits and plaque.

    When cleaning the tooth surfaces,

    the front, back, sides and top all need

    attention to remain in great condition.

    Unlike your own at-home dental care

    needs, you do not need to floss between

    your pets’ teeth, as a specially designed

    pet toothbrush tends to hit all the most

    important spots. You simply need to

    clean the entire surface of each tooth

    with a spe- cially-designed toothpaste

    for pets to remove the deposits that

    could otherwise harm your pets’ teeth.

    Dental Anatomy of Cats and Dogs

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    We welcome you to jump right in

    and learn all you need to know about

    preserving the dental health of your

    pets. Our guide will give you the

    knowledge you need to provide your

    pets with exceptional dental care

    through every stage of life.

    Without removal of dental

    biofilms and plaque

    deposits, your pets’ teeth

    and gums could start to

    suffer serious damage.

    As the plaque deposits

    develop beneath the

    gumline, damage to the

    gums occurs in the form

    of gum disease. This

    condition tends to worsen

    over time, creating deeper

    and deeper periodontal

    pockets around each

    tooth. Eventually, the

    tooth loosens in its socket

    and falls out, leaving your

    pet without the proper

    dentition needed to pick

    up items, eat and groom

    themselves.

    Tooth decay can also

    cause the teeth to fall out

    as the acids produced by

    the bacteria eat through

    the enamel and inner tooth

    surfaces.

    Typical Development Cycle for Plaque Deposits on Your Pet’s Teeth

    Complications Caused by Advanced Gum Disease + Tooth Decay

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    In addition to protecting the teeth

    and gums, regular oral health care

    for pets can help keep minor to

    serious medical conditions at bay.

    The biggest risk of skipping at home

    and professional dental care for your

    pets is an infection. If an infection

    develops within the teeth or gums,

    it could quickly pass into the blood,

    causing a systemwide infection.

    Poor dental hygiene is also linked to

    the development of heart disease,

    diabetes, liver abscesses, and other

    major health conditions. If dental

    pain interferes with good eating

    habits, vitamin deficiencies, including

    anemia, could arise and persist until

    the underlying problems are resolved.

    Great at-home oral health care for

    pets can help prevent these issues

    by keeping the teeth and gums in

    excellent condition.

    Health Conditions Linked to a Lack of Veterinary Dental Care

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    To start establishing beneficial

    at-home routines for oral health

    care for pets, pick a time of the day

    that you can dedicate to this process.

    Then, you can gather your supplies,

    including effective toothpaste for

    pets, and place them in an easily

    accessible location. You can use a

    long-handled toothbrush or a finger

    brush if that is easier on your pet.

    Either way, apply the toothpaste to

    the brush and begin gently scrubbing

    down each tooth in your pets’ mouth.

    Gently move the brush over the top

    and sides of each tooth using circular

    motions, focusing on removing

    biofilm from the nooks and crannies.

    Remember to brush all the way at the

    back of the molars to prevent decay

    from setting in there, as is common

    with both cats and dogs.

    Beneficial Routines for Oral Health Care for Pets

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    Your pet will likely enjoy the brushing

    process, but you can ensure that it

    becomes a favorite pastime by using

    positive reinforcement techniques.

    With plenty of praise and few treats

    along the way, you can help your

    pet look forward to you pulling out

    the tube of toothpaste for pets.

    The delicious rotisserie chicken

    and London broil flavors can also

    help increase your pets’ comfort

    and willingness to sit through the

    brushing sessions.

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    When it comes to the daily oral health

    care of your pets, you can take charge

    by developing a comprehensive at-

    home care plan. Begin by filling out

    your at-home pet dental care toolkit

    with Petsmile toothpaste and your

    brush of choice. Once you have the

    supplies on hand, you can work

    toward acclimating your pets to the

    daily toothbrushing process. Although

    your pets may balk at first, they will

    eventually come around and show

    great enthusiasm for the amazing

    toothpaste flavors found in Petsmile

    toothpaste. Pick your pets’ favorite

    flavor and checkout to add this

    awesome toothpaste for pets to your

    at-home pet dental care kit.

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    How To Train Your Pet To Get Their Teeth Brushed

    If you’re one of the few pet owners

    whose cat or dog doesn’t easily sit

    through a full toothbrushing session

    without complaint, here’s some help.

    Some pets will buck, roll, and squirm

    away the first couple times you try

    and brush their teeth. But it’s very

    easy to train your pet to willingly sit

    through a teeth brushing session.

    Here’s how you can get started in

    training your pet to allow you to

    brush their teeth. Cats and dogs

    love the taste of Petsmile, and

    owners soon start incorporating

    our toothpaste as a treat.

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    Before you can start training for

    any desirable behavior, you must

    establish reward and release cues

    that you will use throughout the life

    of your pet. The reward cue tells

    your pet, in no uncertain terms, that

    they performed the right behavior

    at the correct moment. The release

    cue, on the other hand, lets your pet

    know that they are done with being in

    obedience mode and can relax.

    For cats and dogs, you can use a

    clicker, whistle or word for the reward

    cue. You will need to pair the reward

    cue with a treat, praise or both to

    utilize positive reinforcement to

    breeze through the training process.

    To accomplish this, immediately give

    your pet a treat and praise each time

    you use the reward cue. The release

    cue can be a simple phrase or sound,

    as long as it is different from your

    other cues. Remember to always use

    the release command whenever you

    are done working with your pet.

    To easily brush your pets’

    teeth, you will need to

    teach a simple sit stay

    command. Start with sit

    by guiding your pet using

    a treat raised just above

    the snout. As your pet’s

    nose follows the treat, their

    rump will end up on the

    ground. Once this happens,

    give the reward cue, and

    then treat and praise. With

    your pet in the sit position,

    teach stay in three-second

    increments until your pet

    can remain in one spot for

    at least one minute at a

    time. Once your pet can

    sit and stay, you can move

    onto the next step.

    Establish Reward + Release Cues

    Train the Sit Stay Command

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    All the tools and supplies needed

    for a great oral care routine can

    feel overwhelming or scary to

    pets. Therefore, you should gently

    introduce these supplies to your pet

    in slow steps. Start by bringing the

    items into the same room as your pet,

    and then slowly move them closer

    and closer. Treat and praise freely to

    create a positive connection between

    the supplies and the rewards. With

    time, your pet will look forward to

    seeing the oral care supplies needed

    for great brushing habits.

    Pets do not need to have their teeth

    brushed as often as humans, but daily

    oral care sessions are still a necessity.

    Plan to brush your pet’s teeth after

    the last meal of the day to protect

    them from bacterial growth through

    the evening hours. By removing the

    biofilm that builds up on the teeth

    before bed, you help minimize the

    growth of bacteria that cause cavities

    and tooth decay. With the creation of

    a solid brushing schedule, your pet

    will learn to accept the sessions as

    a normal part of the daily routine.

    Familiarize Your Pet with the OralCare Supplies

    Establish a Solid Brushing Schedule

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    mWith Petsmile you do not need to use

    a toothbrush to clean your pet’s teeth,

    though it is recommended. Petsmile

    contains Calprox that actively helps

    to gently remove plaque from teeth

    upon contact. The teeth will become

    cleaner, the gums healthier, and

    breath fresher. The specialized

    formula also helps to strengthen the

    enamel to prevent cavities and other

    dental health issues.

    By selecting a Petsmile, you can skip

    the brush and move through the

    oral care process much quicker and

    easier. Instead, simply use your gauze-

    covered finger to apply the toothpaste

    for pets to all tooth surfaces. As your

    pet gets used to having his or her

    teeth cleaned, you can switch to a

    traditional or finger-cover toothbrush

    to add mechanical plaque removal

    to the process. You can also just let

    y our pet’s tongue do the work when

    Petsmile is applied to teeth. Your dog

    will love it and his tongue will swish

    it over his teeth, then Calprox in

    Petsmile will begin to inhibit

    plaque and clean the teeth.

    Work Without a Brush at First

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    If your pet is young or you are still

    early in the training process, you can

    break up the brushing sessions to

    make it easier on you both. Simply

    focus on completing one quadrant

    per brushing session to complete

    all four by bedtime. As your pet

    acclimates to this process, it will be

    easier to squeeze all the brushing into

    a single session. Maintain a calm, but

    firm, attitude and utilize your positive

    reinforcement techniques to help

    your pet adjust to having his or her

    teeth brushed. Save the most tempting treats you

    have on hand as rewards for your

    pet’s daily toothbrushing sessions.

    The best treats will help encourage

    your pet to sit tight and tolerate the

    toothbrushing routine. Some pets

    even start to enjoy the gum massage

    and attention, not to mention all

    the praise, that comes with the

    daily oral healthcare routines. Until

    then, however, you have to bring out

    the best treats possible to ensure

    the full compliance of your pet.

    Always provide enthusiastic praise

    in a positive voice to help your pet

    remain comfortable throughout every

    brushing session. Through the years,

    you will be able to phase out treats

    and just provide praise alone, if you

    wish.

    Break Up Brushing Sessions

    Offer the Most Delicious Treats and Ample Praise

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    Remember to Partner with a Veterinary Dentist

    Although at-home toothbrushing for

    pets is of vital importance, you still

    need to partner with a veterinary

    dentist to protect the health of your

    pet’s teeth and gums. A veterinary

    dentist needs to perform regular

    cleaning sessions to remove plaque

    below the gum line and in hard to

    reach areas. This process also allows

    for a thorough examination of your

    pet’s teeth and gums to check for

    developing issues. If any are found,

    your veterinary dentist can perform

    restorative services to correct the

    problem and prevent future issues.

    When you take an active approach to

    care for your pet’s teeth and gums,

    you can rest assured that you are

    doing all you can to keep cavities,

    gum disease, and tooth decay at bay.

    Your efforts will likely pay off in the

    long run in the form of healthy teeth

    and oral tissues through your pet’s

    golden years. Start your journey

    toward exceptional dental health

    for your pet by using Petsmile

    toothpaste today. The Calprox

    formula will help thoroughly clean

    teeth, inhibit plaque, and prevent

    decay to protect the health of your

    pet’s teeth and gums for years to

    come.

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    How To Find A Veterinarian Dentist

    Just like their human companions,

    pets need to visit the dentist on a reg-

    ular basis for exams and teeth clean-

    ing services. The process is a lot more

    involved for dogs and cats than hu-

    mans, however, so it takes a particu-

    larly skilled professional to handle the

    dental care needs of your pets. For

    total peace of mind, you can entrust

    your pets’ dental care procedures to a

    veterinary dentist. To acquire this lev-

    el of care for your pets, you can utilize

    the following guide on how to find a

    pet dentist.

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    If you prefer to take a

    more personal route,

    you can ask your friends

    and family for referrals

    to trusted pet dentists in

    your region. Your friends

    and family will offer stories

    of their experiences with

    pet dentists to help you

    choose the right expert

    for your canine and feline

    companions. Since you

    cannot be sure if the

    recommendations are

    for board-certified pet

    dentists, cross-check

    the referrals against the

    directory listings to verify

    all candidates’ credentials

    before moving forward.

    The effort you put into finding a great

    veterinary dentist will pay off in dividends

    through the quality of care your pets

    receive. Start your search today to give

    your pets’ the best dental care possible

    year after year.

    You should ensure you acquire services

    from a veterinary dentist licensed to

    work in your state by looking through

    the American Veterinary Dental College

    directory. This directory shows all of the

    pet dentists in your area that has passed

    their board examinations to earn the right

    to treat all species. These board-certified

    veterinary dentists will offer your pet the

    highest quality of care.

    Ask Friends + Family for Referrals

    How to Find a Veterinary Dentist for Your Pet

    Look for Licensed Veterinary Dentists in Your Area

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    All the tools and supplies needed

    for a great oral care routine can

    feel overwhelming or scary to

    pets. Therefore, you should gently

    introduce these supplies to your pet

    in slow steps. Start by bringing the

    items into the same room as your pet,

    and then slowly move them closer

    and closer. Treat and praise freely to

    create a positive connection between

    the supplies and the rewards. With

    time, your pet will look forward to

    seeing the oral care supplies needed

    for great brushing habits.

    Review All Candidates’ Credentials + Experience

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    Once you have a few veterinary

    dentists in mind, you can look online

    for reviews to confirm your initial

    findings. Take an honest look at both

    sides of the equation while reading

    reviews to create a fair picture of the

    pet dentists in question. Look for

    reviews that position the pet dentist

    as a leader in their industry and one

    of the best choices in your region.

    Once you have selected a pet dentist,

    call the front desk to schedule a

    consultation appointment. At this

    initial appointment, you can assess

    whether the pet dentist will be a good

    fit for you and your pets. Look at

    important factors, such as knowledge,

    expertise and bedside manner, to

    best utilize your observations in the

    decision-making process. During the

    appointment feel free to ask about

    their care approach and overall

    passion for the job to gauge their

    suitability as your pets’ dentist of

    choice.

    Your efforts will be well-rewarded

    in this realm, as you can give your

    pets’ the absolute best in dental care

    by partnering with a knowledgeable

    veterinary dentist. This professional

    will help make sure your pet enjoys

    healthy teeth and gums through every

    stage of life.

    Look for Online Reviews for Confirmation

    Schedule a Consultation Appointment

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    Comprehensive care services

    provided by veterinary dentists can

    help your pets retain their oral health.

    Veterinary dentists can prevent and

    treat a wide variety of conditions

    affecting the teeth, gums and other

    oral tissues.

    Regular visits to a skilled pet dentist

    are an important part of a great oral

    hygiene routine for your pets. During

    these visits, your pet will receive a

    thorough dental examination and

    teeth cleaning. The examination

    can help reveal developing dental

    health conditions in need of

    treatment. With the findings from

    the exam, pet dentists can offer care

    recommendations that help you stay

    on top of your pets’ dental health.

    Veterinary dentists perform the

    routine examination and teeth

    cleaning procedure with your pet

    under general anesthesia. To ensure

    a great outcome, your pet will receive

    a pre-anesthetic workup to rule

    out key risk factors. While under

    anesthesia, your vet will complete

    Care Services Provided by Veterinary Dentists

    the examination, including x-rays

    if needed, to look for signs of tooth

    decay, gum disease, and other dental

    health conditions.

    Then, your pets’ teeth will receive a

    complete cleaning using ultrasonic

    scaling, which fully removes hardened

    plaque on the teeth. Hand scaling

    is completed next to remove tartar

    from just below the gumline and clear

    out the periodontal pockets. If any

    problems are found during the exam,

    your veterinary dentist can perform

    restorative techniques to repair the

    teeth and gums.

    Upon completing the routine exam

    and teeth cleaning, your veterinary

    dentist can help you establish a great

    at-home dental care routine for your

    pet. You can work with your pets’

    dentist to find the best level of care

    for your furry friends.

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    You should begin your search for a

    veterinary dentist as soon as you can

    best support your pets’ dental health

    needs. You can simply hop onto the

    American Veterinary Dental College

    directory to start building your list

    of eligible candidates. As you narrow

    down your options, you will come ever

    closer to giving your pets the dental

    care they need and deserve. Get

    started today to help your pets thrive

    day after day.

    In between cleanings and visits to pet

    dentists, it is important to keep your

    pet’s teeth clean, and gums healthy.

    Petsmile Professional Pet Toothpaste

    is so easy to use. Simply apply

    Petsmile Professional Toothpaste to

    your pet’s teeth. Your cat or dog’s

    tongue will do the rest and swirl

    Petsmile around their mouth. The

    proprietary technology, Calprox will

    gently dissolve the protein pellicle

    a bio-film that forms on your pet’s

    teeth which plaque and stains adhere

    to. Your cat or dog will love the taste

    and quickly learn to enjoy having their

    teeth cleaned on a regular basis at

    home. Owners even use Petsmile as a

    treat. Your pet will soon look forward

    to having their teeth cleaned daily!

    Start Your Veterinary Dentist Search to Best Support Your Pets’ Dental Health

    What to Do Between Cleanings

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    When you bring your pets in to see

    a veterinary dentist for professional

    teeth cleaning, you set them up right

    to enjoy excellent dental health.

    To retain the benefits of having

    professional cleaning performed,

    however, you will need to work toward

    establishing supportive oral health

    care routines. You can accomplish

    this goal by utilizing the best

    at-home care practices at your

    disposal. The guide below will assist

    you in identifying and following the

    next steps in caring for your pets’

    dental health after completing

    professional teeth cleaning.

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    Before you leave the clinic,

    schedule your pets’ next teeth

    cleaning appointment to avoid any

    unnecessary delays in the future.

    Your pet could likely benefit from

    professional cleaning appointments

    every six to twelve months. Your pet

    dentist will utilize the exam findings

    and dental information for your pet

    to determine the optimal cleaning

    interval. Attend these appointments

    as recommended to stay on top of

    oral health care for pets.

    If the veterinary dentist indicated

    that the examination revealed cavities

    or other repairable problems, you

    should go ahead and schedule an

    appointment for the recommended

    treatments. The follow-up care

    appointments will revolve around

    the restorative procedures needed

    to repair the tooth or other damaged

    structures. Completing these

    appointments in a timely manner

    is important, as it helps ensure

    your pet lives without pain and

    discomfort related to untreated

    dental health conditions.

    Schedule the Next Teeth Cleaning Appointment

    Complete All Recommended Follow Up Dental Care

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    The most important thing you can

    do for the upkeep of your pets’

    oral health is to establish a daily

    toothbrushing routine. The routine

    helps ensure that food deposits and

    biofilm are removed before they have

    a chance to harden into plaque. To

    be truly effective in the support of

    your pets’ dental health, acquire the

    right toothbrush and toothpaste for

    pets. Also, always utilize the correct

    brushing techniques, such as using

    gentle, circular motions, to protect

    the overall condition of the teeth

    and gums.You cannot acquire just any

    toothpaste for pets and hope to

    achieve great results. You need to

    have a toothpaste on hand that

    is Veterinary Oral Health Council,

    or VOHC, accepted and made

    with human grade ingredients.

    Furthermore, the formula should

    utilize Calprox, as found in Petsmile

    toothpaste, to dissolve biofilm as

    you work to mechanically remove it

    with the toothbrush. A high-quality

    toothpaste for pets can prevent

    plaque adherence to the teeth both

    above and below the gumline. By

    preventing plaque from affecting

    the gums, the toothpaste for pets

    can also help keep gingivitis and

    advanced gum diseases at bay.

    Establish a Daily Toothbrushing Routine for Your Pets

    Acquire an Effective Toothpaste for Pets Formula

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    During your daily dental care routine,

    examine your pets’ teeth and gums

    for signs of a developing problem.

    Check for yellow and brown spots on

    your pets’ tooth surfaces, as those

    are signs of plaque accumulation and

    tooth decay, respectively. While you

    look at the gums, check for redness

    and inflammation that often signals

    the development of gum diseases.

    Also, check for trauma to the teeth

    and gums as certain bones and chews

    can have a negative impact on oral

    health. As you look at the teeth and

    gums, take a peek at their tongue and

    roof of the mouth as well. If you notice

    any abnormalities, you can report

    your findings to your pet dentist to

    ensure your pet receives the level of

    care needed to resolve the issue.

    Perform Regular Tooth and Gum Inspections

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    Your pets need to eat a healthy,

    balanced diet to protect the health

    of their teeth. If your pet regularly

    has cavities or other dental health

    problems, it may be wise to switch

    to a prescription food from your vet.

    The dental health formulas can help

    reduce the formation of plaque and

    overall improve the condition of your

    pets’ teeth and gums. Despite common

    misconceptions, dry kibble will not help

    remove plaque deposits on the teeth.

    You can feed wet, dry or a mixture of

    both types of food without impacting

    the dental health of your pets.

    Great oral health care

    for pets depends on the

    availability of fresh, clean

    drinking water at all times.

    The clean water can help

    support tooth and gum

    health by washing away

    food deposits and bacteria.

    As your pet drinks, the

    water gently cleans the

    tooth surface until you can

    complete a full cleaning

    at your scheduled care

    period. Staying hydrated

    also helps boost saliva

    production, which has a

    similar effect on oral health

    care for pets.

    You can support the dental health of

    your pets by having teeth cleaning chews

    available at all times. These chews work

    to mechanically remove biofilm and food

    debris before it can harden and become

    a problem. Before it fully hardens, plaque

    can even be removed by the chews.

    Without its removal, the plaque would

    eventually harbor harmful bacteria that

    could lead to the development of cavities

    and other dental health issues.

    Watch Your Pets’ Daily Dietary Intake

    Always Provide Fresh, Clean Drinking Water

    Have Dental Health Chews Available at All Times

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    You can support the health and wellbeing

    of your pets by providing daily dental

    care and using the best products in

    the industry. A high-quality toothpaste

    for pets, for example, can help you

    achieve your goals in maintaining the

    dental heal of your pets. For all your pets’

    daily toothbrushing needs, consider

    Petsmile toothpaste as your go-to dental

    healthcare product. This toothpaste for

    pets will dissolve biofilm to help you

    effectively clean every surface of your

    pets’ teeth.

    Work Toward Wellness for Your Pets withDaily Dental Care

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    Getting Started in Providing Your Pets with Quality Dental Care

    With our informative eBook, you can

    get started providing your pets with

    quality dental care at-home and with

    help from your selected veterinary

    dentist professional. Your efforts will

    help protect your pets’ teeth, gums

    and other oral structures from decay

    and disease processes relating to

    a lack of care. Your pets’ teeth and

    gums will likely stay in phenomenal

    condition as you apply the practices

    and techniques detailed in this guide.

    For additional support, you can add

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    Petsmile toothpaste for

    pets to your cats and

    dogs’ daily dental care

    routine. Our toothpaste is

    clinically proven to inhibit

    the formation of plaque

    and actively prevent gum

    disease. When you use

    Petsmile toothpaste for

    pets, you can trust that

    you are giving your pets

    the absolute best at-home

    dental care possible.

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    Petsmile toothpaste for pets is

    made with our proprietary Calprox

    formula designed to dissolve protein

    pellicle without scrubbing. With this

    toothpaste on hand at all times, you

    can actively remove biofilm, plaque

    deposits and food debris from all

    tooth surfaces. Our proprietary

    toothpaste also assists in removing

    stains intermeshed in the protein

    deposits on the teeth. The active

    removal of plaque, deposits and even

    stain-causing debris helps preserve

    the condition of the gums and prevent

    the development of gum disease.

    With daily care of your pets’ dental

    health, you can help your cats and

    dogs live happier, healthier lives. We

    welcome you to utilize this guide

    anytime you want to perfect your

    pets’ daily health care routines.

    Get started today by establishing a

    brushing routine and introducing your

    pets to the clinically-proven, great-

    tasting Petsmile toothpaste for pets.

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