Jackson hates -- I mean HATES having his teeth brushed. He used to RUN from me, it was like he just knew... even if I tried to be sneaky about it. I had to slowly train him to accept it, and he now follows me into the bathroom and while he doesn't like it (at all), I "force" it (but he's not 'fighting' me, he just tries to put his head down, etc) but he willingly walks into the bathroom and knows it's coming... sooo... I know that he knows he gets a good treat (he gets a bit of cheese for teeth brushing). Brushing really is best.
Otherwise, I would use HealthyMouth water additive. It's the only water additive that has been trialed and tested, proven, etc. Check out their site. You can put it in water or pour over food. I use the HealthyMouth gel but it's somewhat messy. I apply it with a q-tip but it's a very thick green material (and not very "gel like") but it does seem to work.
My vet suggested Wysong Dentatreat be poured over his kibble, I can't tell if it's working or not, but... he likes it. |