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Originally Posted by pstinard  Yes, I've got the Nylabone brand  . I've been holding off tooth brushing until she gets her adult teeth (vet's recommendation, mainly because he said there no was point in brushing her baby teeth since she'll be losing them anyway), but do you think it might be a good idea to start sooner just to get her used to the idea? And if so, what style of brushing? Small tooth brush, finger brush, or edible treats that supposedly have the same effect on dental hygiene as tooth brushing? |
Yes, it is good idea to start them early with tooth brushing so that they are accustomed to it. I believe tooth brushing is better than edible treats, but chewing is still important. We use a small tooth brush and gauze wrapped around the finger.
Femur bones are the ones cited most on large dog forums for cracking teeth. Any hard bone is a risk. Many people use bones without problems, but depends on how heavy a chewer the dog is. My boys are mighty chewers and would definitely crack their teeth. Max chipped a couple.