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What dog food helps prevent tartar buildup on my dog's teeth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old

Which type of food would you recommend to help prevent excess tartar build-up on a dogs teeth?? (wet dog food/hard kibbles/homemade dog food etc.)

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on December 19th, 2016

Dental biscuits are the best, they help tarts build up as the dog naturally chews through them. There are lots of brands that you can choose from, my preference goes to Royal Canine dental biscuits for small dogs.

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