How often should I brush my dog's teeth? What VOHC products are best?

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Hi. I know I should have started doing this before, but I've been living my dog winston Greenies, and I think I should be brushing his teeth. I have a few questions: -Ideally it shot be daily, but is 2 or 3 times a week still ok? -are there any specific toothbrushes or toothpastes you'd recommend. -Is there ay way to see if a toothpaste or toothbrush rush is "approved" or something similar? Thanks much for your help! Steve. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 10 months old | 21 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Winston. The teeth should be brushed daily if possible. However, this can be difficult to achieve. If 2-3 times per week is more feasible for you, it is still helpful. You will need a tooth paste for animals as the human forms have too much fluoride. Pick a flavor that he would like (chicken, beef, etc). You can look for products approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Concil (VOHC). I hope this information helps!

How often should I brush my dog's teeth? What VOHC products are best?

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