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dwerten · 07-01-2007, 07:07 PM

what is the best tooth paste to use?

Monday · 07-02-2007, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Mia and Wickett

I'm new to yorkies and have had Wickett for 5 days now. I want to make sure I do everything right, which brings me to my first question. Tooth brushing.

How exactly do I go about getting him used to it? I saw the poll on how often others do it, and I'm thinking starting off doing it once a week or so would be good. My only issue is how to get him to let me in there. Any tips/advice on how to get him to be ok with that?
And.....do they sell doggy tooth brushes and tooth paste at pet stores? Or do you use people products?

Thank you for all your help!!

Try Petzlife gel and spray ... it seems to be the favorite
here are 2 places that have the best prices ... less than $40.00

http://www.petmountain.com/cart?refe...inal-4-oz.html
Really the best deal on line

and also
http://www.botanicaldog.com/cart.php

Mia and Wickett · 07-03-2007, 05:57 AM

Thanks to everyone for the great advice. He's letting me in his mouth using a finger brush and peanut butter flavored doggie toothpaste. We have a "grooming routine" where he gets his hair and teeth brushed and then gets a treat for being a good boy. So far it's been working, so I take that as a good sign.

YrkieLvr19 · 07-03-2007, 05:18 PM

DONT usepeople toothpaste . It has flouride in it. They usually have toothpaste in beef flavor or something that they will like. Yes, they sell doggy toothbrushes at petstores. However, for a puppy, I'd recommend using a finger toothbrush until he gets used to the whole toothbrushing experience.

Lorraine · 07-03-2007, 06:49 PM

I use the Petsmart dog toothpaste, mint flavour, it is in the pet dental section of the store. For a tooth brush I use a small CET toothbrush I get at my Vets. The brush is about $2 and the toothpaste tube is about $6.

dwerten · 08-06-2007, 03:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Monday

Try Petzlife gel and spray ... it seems to be the favorite
here are 2 places that have the best prices ... less than $40.00

http://www.petmountain.com/cart?refe...inal-4-oz.html
Really the best deal on line

and also
http://www.botanicaldog.com/cart.php

Should i use spray and gel or just gel? How do you use the spray - would you spray on say gauze and rub on to teeth?

sassypup · 08-06-2007, 12:01 PM

great advice everyone....once your pup gets more used to it and full grown, perhaps you can try a super soft child's toothbrush. That's what I use and it works just fine, no need to spend tons of money here. Look for the smallest head and the softest bristles you can find. They might fuss at first but will get used to it.

dwerten · 08-12-2007, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by sassypup

great advice everyone....once your pup gets more used to it and full grown, perhaps you can try a super soft child's toothbrush. That's what I use and it works just fine, no need to spend tons of money here. Look for the smallest head and the softest bristles you can find. They might fuss at first but will get used to it.

i heard using a wash cloth as well in beginning to get them use to it

Yorkiekids · 08-12-2007, 10:10 AM

I finger brush at first, and then use a baby toothbrush.

07-01-2007, 07:07 PM	#16
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07-03-2007, 05:18 PM	#19
YrkieLvr19 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Charlottesville Posts: 63	DONT usepeople toothpaste . It has flouride in it. They usually have toothpaste in beef flavor or something that they will like. Yes, they sell doggy toothbrushes at petstores. However, for a puppy, I'd recommend using a finger toothbrush until he gets used to the whole toothbrushing experience. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/dogs/575600

07-03-2007, 06:49 PM	#20
Lorraine Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Abbotsford, BC Posts: 2,060	I use the Petsmart dog toothpaste, mint flavour, it is in the pet dental section of the store. For a tooth brush I use a small CET toothbrush I get at my Vets. The brush is about $2 and the toothpaste tube is about $6. __________________ Lorraine www.loribenyorkies.com Canada

08-12-2007, 10:10 AM	#24
Yorkiekids Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida Posts: 14,495	I finger brush at first, and then use a baby toothbrush. __________________ Susan, Piper ,Harley & Suiki

07-03-2007, 05:57 AM	#18
Mia and Wickett Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Miami Posts: 88	Thanks to everyone for the great advice. He's letting me in his mouth using a finger brush and peanut butter flavored doggie toothpaste. We have a "grooming routine" where he gets his hair and teeth brushed and then gets a treat for being a good boy. So far it's been working, so I take that as a good sign.

08-06-2007, 12:01 PM	#22
sassypup Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: S. Ca Posts: 1,905	great advice everyone....once your pup gets more used to it and full grown, perhaps you can try a super soft child's toothbrush. That's what I use and it works just fine, no need to spend tons of money here. Look for the smallest head and the softest bristles you can find. They might fuss at first but will get used to it.