Pearly Whites Must Stay White

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When you arrive at the vet one of the first things they check is your dogs teeth! If you are a not satisfied with your dogs teeth and want them to shine I recommend to keep on reading! 
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Tips to get those teeth to shine!

 ⧫ Start slowly to get your dog used to brushing. Be gentle, but don’t dawdle and try your dog’s patience.
⧫ Always reward her with a crunchy treat afterwards. Consistency is key. According to one study, gum health was maintained only when dogs had their teeth brushed daily or when their teeth were brushed every other day 
⧫ Test the tooth paste: Put some dog toothpaste on your fingertip. Let your dog lick the toothpaste from your fingertip so that she can get used to the texture and taste. If after a few days she refuses to lick more toothpaste after her initial taste, try a different flavor. Hopefully, you'll find one he/ she sees as a treat.
⧫ Use a Circular Motion: Brush in small circles, getting top and bottom on each side. As you move the bristles along the gum line, some light bleeding may occur. Slight bleeding every so often is OK. But ongoing or heavy bleeding may mean you’re brushing too aggressively or it may be a sign of gum disease. Speak with your vet for advice.
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Gum Infections
It’s important to take care of infections, which are usually bacterial and are indicated by red, swollen gums. The bacteria that cause gum disease can go systemic and cause dangerous infections elsewhere in the body. 

 Effective Tooth Paste
Here are some dog tooth pastes that we recommend...
⧫  Dirty Mouth Dog Tooth Paste
⧫ Enzymatic Dog Toothpaste
⧫ Petrodex dog toothpaste

Dental Health Inside Out
Don’t forget to supply your dog with mineral- and vitamin-rich foods and herbs to support oral health from the inside out. Examples include seaweeds, alfalfa and oat straw. Vitamin C may help prevent infections from starting in the first place by supporting immune health. This information is educational in nature and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical prevention, diagnosis, or treatment.

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