When to start brushing my dog's teeth, how often, and with what?

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From what age we should start brushing dog teeth ? Also we should brush their teeth with toothpaste or just with water ? What if little amount of toothpaste he swallow ? Also how he will rinse mouth like we do ? And after how many days and when should we brush their teeth again next time ? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 7 months old

Britni Miller, DVM · Accepted Answer

You can start brushing your dogs teeth at any time. I recommend purchasing dog toothpaste from a pet store and you can also get a regular toothbrush for your dog or one that fits over your finger. There is no need to rinse their mouth when using dog toothpaste and it is safe if they swallow it. The best thing to do is to brush Bruno's teeth every day or as often as you are able to. Dental hygiene is just as important in animals as it is in humans.

When to start brushing my dog's teeth, how often, and with what?

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