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Do CET chews really help? Thinking about getting some. I confess I am not good at brushing Uni's teeth. Not even that good about using the Petzlife spray. :blush: Also C&S still have bad breath, even though they just got dentals. The vet said sometimes it's a digestive issue and that even with brushing their breath can smell. What should I do? |
I haven't used them yet, but my vet did recommend them just the other day for Princess. I'd like to look into them further as well, but I really trust her. Of course she did say brushing is the best & an additive can help, too, but the CET's can supplement that as well or help if we start lagging (as I have in the past).;) |
I have noticed that CET toothpaste was the best I've tried, so I hope their other products do well also. I'm waiting for more replies. I got the stuff in my entirely pets checkout cart, waiting to pull the trigger, so to speak :) |
I use the CET Chews, I buy the medium size ones, that way they can't choke on them. I buy the CET HEXtra Premium Chews with Chlorhexidene. I think they help. |
I can't say if they are helping yet or not. Jackson's dental was over a month ago, I think, now, so his teeth are still shiny white and breath still perfect - I've also been brushing nearly every night (it's usually done at least 5 or 6 nights a week since the dental) but we've been giving CET chews in conjunction with the occasional Petzlife gel (I usually use this when I am dogsitting or at someones house, in replacement of brushing for the night). I also invested in Healthy Mouth and CET toothpaste, LOL - I went a little teeth crazy and vowed to keep them healthy and white for as long as possible!!! |
I think they do. They really help with any breath odor and I think its really helping with the tartar. |
My boys get one every night prior to going to sleep. They love them and just think they are treats. They are only 8 mo but have pearly whjtes with fresh breath! |
It's funny that you asked this. I just picked some up for Gizmo last night. He seems to like them and they don't seem to upset his tummy!!:thumbup::thumbup: I brush his teeth everyday, but I still want to give him the chews as well. Just to be safe!:p Hopefully they are as good as everyone says. |
Dumb question coming up - I thought rawhide was a no-no? Also, I remember that Anne's pup Marcel choked and almost died on a CET chew a while ago. Do you think they are safe overall? I only give Rocco bullysticks and himalayan chews. |
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Yes, it was a CET. She upped the size (started giving mediums). Not sure if she gives them anymore or not. I think they are probably good for the toofers. Some or all CET chews are a type of rawhide, I think. I've heard a bit about pups eating them rather quickly. I wouldn't be comfortable with my pups eating this type of material quickly/ingesting much of it at a time. It may be a great product, but we pass on it. |
They are rawhides? :eek:!!! |
Why exactly are rawhides a definite no? I mean I read that when I first came to YT, but sometimes I wonder if we are just repeating each other without understanding why. I understand that they could get an intestinal obstruction, but that’s unlikely if you are using a small one. My foster has been eating rawhides under supervision for several years before I got him. He doesn't like bullysticks and I hold the rawhide for him, so I know there is no danger of choking. We throw them out when they are 2 inches so I know he can’t grab it from me. They are the skinny sticks, so he can't get too much at one time. His owner wants me to continue giving these to him and she's very leery of dentals because his throat was damaged during the last one. I mean millions and millions of dogs eat rawhides, I wonder if the danger hasn't been exaggerated? |
I found this on a site about them: "C.E.T. Chews For Dogs Md 30 Ct. Treated with the C.E.T. Dual-Enzyme System which enhances and augments a naturally-occurring oral defense mechanism, the Salivary Peroxidase System. The enzymes combine with their substrates to produce hypothiocyanite ions, which fight plaque-forming bacteria and their harmful by-products. Although the size and shape of C.E.T. Chews make them safer than other forms of beefhide (rawhide), some dogs may not chew the strips adequately before attempting to swallow them. Closely observe your dog during initial feedings. If your dog has any difficulty consuming this product or any rawhide product, discontinue use and consult your veterinarian. 30 beefhide strips that average 2 x 3 inches." |
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The CET site has ingredient lists. It rings a bell... Well, their site isn't cooperating, so: C.E.T. Oral Hygiene Chews For Dogs: Pet Dental Chews - 1800PetMeds CET VeggieDent Chews Regular for Dogs (30 chews) CET Hextra Veterinary Quality Dental Dog Chews It's beefhide except for the veggie ones. And here is a description of beef hide: Pet factory - Frequently Asked Questions It's a form of rawhide. |
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If you are with pup and they aren't really getting anything off, then it is very minimal risk. Even being in the same room though, I found that not to be enough for Ellie. She had gotten a large piece off of rawhide and swallowed it even though I was right there trying to get it from her. It sticks in their mouth quite well. And that soggy/stickiness probably isn't favorable to the esophagus or perhaps even the trachea. The only thing allowed here is Nylabone under supervision. |
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Also most rawhides come from China don't they? That alone would make me not give them. I've had a hard time before looking for bullys not from China. |
I don't give rawhides in other forms and just recently started giving the CET chews with the okay from the veterinary dentist. I feel pretty safe with them. I haven't noticed them to get really gross and goopy like other rawhides have; Jackson choked on one around 6 months of age and really scared the crap out of me. They tend to get real soggy and then they try to swallow them and they get stuck in the throat. We grew up with a Golden who used to inhale them and they would come out in her poop, it was pretty gross. They never digested, would come out as is. I'm pretty sure they are just not as digestible, if at all. I'm not a fan of rawhides but the CET chews are pretty thin (even the large size, which is what we use for 16lb Jackson) and don't seem to be a big issue because Jackson eats them slowly. I do think it's more of a problem when you have a dog who enjoys swallowing big pieces, it sits in the stomach for days before digesting fully. |
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Although, I have been giving them this peanut butter bone thing from a brand called Pur Love, made in the US. The other night Smokey was gagging and coughing up a fit in the middle of the night, and threw up a bit. I turned on the light and saw a piece of the PurLove bone, about 1/2" long and halved lengthwise. I hadn't given them any of those bones since two days prior! :eek: And those are all food product. So I'm not giving those anymore either. So frustrating! |
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 Amazon.com: Wholesome Hide Beef Hide Twists - 5... The one good thing about rawhides is there is no smell at all. :p |
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Was just going to post an update on Gizmo with the CET chews. He seems to be doing okay on them. No upset tummy, and it's kind of his cool down at night. I also hold them to make sure they're chewed and not gulped. Also, his breath is starting to smell not so....Fishy. So, so far so good!:thumbup: |
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