Dog sensitive stomach: Can carrots replace dental sticks for cleaning?

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My dog has a very sensitive stomach and I think the denta sticks I give him to clean his teeth give him diahorrea so I was wondering if giving him a raw carrot a day will be just as effective? I've read they're good for their teeth? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 1 day old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

HI, thanks for using Petcoach! I am sorry Ziggy is sick! Sadly there isn't a perfect treat to keep a dogs teeth clean. Veterinary dentists recommend brushing their teeth AT LEAST three times per week. Anything less isn't doing anything. If Ziggy has a lot of tartar build up already then it is best to have an anesthetic (put under) dental to have his teeth cleaned, X-rayed and extracted if infected. Then brushing his teeth 3 or more times per week will hopefully keep the tartar away. Below is a link to the Veterinary Oral Health Councils recommend products. I hope this helps and good luck! http://www.vohc.org/VOHCAcceptedProductsTable_Dogs.pdf

Dog sensitive stomach: Can carrots replace dental sticks for cleaning?

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