Homecooking is definitely not better for their teeth than kibble but I wouldn't say that kibble is better for their teeth than homecooking either. A lot of people believe that kibble is much better for their teeth and some that feed it don't even brush. That probably isn't a good idea. There are kibbles with the Veterinary Oral Health Council seal on them that do reduce plaque but none that I'd want to feed.
I think it would be very difficult or impossible to find any research backing up the position that homecooked is healthier than kibble. I prefer it because it is way less processed and hasn't been sitting around in a bag for 6 months. I also don't have to trust dog food companies. On the other hand, it is quite a bit of work and expense. If I had more dogs, I would most likely feed kibble with a small amount of homecooked mixed in.
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