The habit of cleaning the mouth of our pets is not only important to avoid bad breath , but to prevent possible infections that can cause our best friend a lot of pain and discomfort. From the age of three, tartar begins, causing bad breath and even more problems. If by that age we have created the habit, our pet will be used to it.
In the case of cats, although it usually seems that their teeth are always clean, the dreaded tartar may also appear, so to prevent, the ideal is to brush them once a week or use a mouthwash, if our cat is reluctant. to manipulate his mouth.
It is true that with a natural diet the accumulation of tartar and the probability of infections decreases, so a good quality feed, with the least amount of additives possible, will guarantee effective prevention, but that is not enough. We have more and more specific products available to take care of your dental health, there is no longer an excuse.
It is very important to choose what best suits our pet. For example, if our cat or dog is scared by the sound of the spray, like many animals, the spray toothpaste will not be the most successful. If, on the other hand, you are restless , you move a lot and you cannot stand having your mouth manipulated, rinsing will be our best option.
During cleaning, use caresses and loving words and reinforcement and do not get nervous, because you will pass it on to your pet. It is important that the animal see that it is something natural and that it is not violent, and if we also transmit it as a game, even better.
Of course, the habit of cleaning does not exclude visits to the vet so that the professional can check his mouth, as he will detect signs that we do not know how to identify, such as a slight inflammation of the gums. In addition, an oral infection can also be a sign of health problems, so check-ups are key.
Dare to introduce this habit in the care of your pet and you will see that it is not so difficult.
