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How to clean my dog's teeth: Are dental chews or water additives best?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 14 lbs

15 mo. old Cavapoo. Try to brush her teeth often, are ate dental chews & spray for water effective? What's best?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 10th, 2017

Daily brushing with a pet approved tooth paste and toothbrush and dental chews are more effective than a water additive. When looking at dental products, search for the VOHC (Veterinary Oral Health Council) seal of approval. Use the chart at the link below to find acceptable dental chews. http://www.vohc.org/accepted_products_dogs.html

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