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• This may take a while for the dog to get used to touching his mouth with your hand.

Let the dog lick the toothpaste on your finger. You can start off by letting your dog lick a small amount of toothpaste from your fingertips. This will help you know if it likes this cream or not, while also helping it get used to the taste of the cream and easier to accept when combined with the brush.

• Once the dog has tasted the toothpaste, begin to lift his lips and rub his fingers along his teeth and gums. This is the same action when you brush your dog with the brush that you will use.

Show your dog the brush. Next, show your dog the brush, let the dog examine it carefully before placing the brush in its mouth.

• You can also have your dog lick some toothpaste on the brush and praise and cheer him on for the action. This will get the dog used to the brush in his mouth.

Start brushing a few teeth. Brush or not, start by brushing the teeth that are easiest to reach. Usually the long canines are easiest to reach.

• Gently lift the upper lip, place the toothbrush against the teeth. And slowly brush back and forth.
• This will help your dog experience a new sensation with a brush on his teeth and gums, and will also help you check its response.
• Some dogs will agree to brushing, but if the dog reacts reluctantly or acts aggressively, be careful. It is best to do this when you are around a friend or family member who can cuddle and calm the dog.
• Use a gentle voice to help your dog stay calm throughout the process. If the dog continues to resist or acts aggressive, let him rest and try again another day. If this persists, see your veterinarian or dog trainer for advice.
• After brushing a few teeth, praise and reward the dog with a treat and finish the brushing session.

Brush the outside of the dog's teeth. After your dog has tasted the toothpaste and has been exposed to the brush, now is the time to start working. Take a small amount of cream onto the brush, brush slowly and gently on the easy to brush teeth as mentioned above. Then gradually move along the entire outer surface of both upper and lower teeth.

• Gradually increase the number of teeth that are brushed each time, until all of the dog's teeth are cleaned.
• Try to brush along the gum line. This will allow you to brush clean without too much effort to open the dog's mouth.
• Each brushing should only last a few minutes. It will take a few times for your dog to get used to it.
• Throughout the process, compliment your dog in a gentle voice while brushing his teeth.

Brush the inside of the dog's teeth. Once you are able to brush the entire outer surface of your teeth in one brush session, now is the time to go in and brush the inside of your teeth.

• Place one hand on the muzzle of the dog, lift his upper lip and open his mouth. If your dog is reluctant to open his mouth, gently squeeze your finger inward and apply some force to make this easier.
• Once the dog's mouth is open, start brushing the easy areas first. As always, brush the easy parts first and slowly. Move to the more difficult spots as the dog gets used to the brushing.
• A dog's tongue controls tartar that naturally builds up along the inner surface of the teeth. Brushing your teeth, though, makes a big difference.

Use a cloth. Brushing with a toothbrush and toothpaste is ideal. But if your dog refuses to brush his teeth, there are other things you can try. In this case, use a soft, thin cloth with toothpaste on them and try cleaning your dog's teeth.

• You can use old socks, an old washcloth, or wrap a clean bandage around your finger.
• Using this method to "brush your teeth" helps you rub, evenly distribute the toothpaste on your dog's teeth and reduce the accumulation of plaque on the teeth.

Choose foods that help keep your teeth clean. Feeding your dog dry foods instead of canned foods will help slow down the buildup of plaque on the teeth.

• There are also special foods that help clean teeth for dogs, but it is also not a substitute for brushing.

Use a tooth cleaning gel or spray. Another method that can replace daily brushing is using a tooth cleaning spray. This liquid contains ingredients that help prevent the growth of pathogenic bacteria and tartar.

• Before using these products you should consult your veterinarian.

Use professional care. If your dog does not agree to let you clean his teeth, take him to the vet and let them take care of it for you.

• Be sure to discuss your dog's dental problems regularly with your veterinarian.

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Advice

• You do not need to rinse your dog's mouth after brushing. Many dog ​​toothpastes contain enzymes that slow plaque buildup, and it works best when it's in contact with the surface of your teeth.
• If you scold your dog, he will see brushing his teeth as reluctant and potentially reacting negatively. Make things gentle, relaxing and comfortable.
• Similar to training, you should give your dog a reward or compliment after every successful step. This helps the dog feel positive and increases the spirit of cooperation. The rewards will greatly aid in this oral cleaning.
• Small dogs and short snout, such as the Tibetan lion dog (Shih Tzu) and bulldogs are the ones that benefit the most from daily brushing. At least once a day, or twice a day is best if possible, since the teeth in these breeds are very tight and the mouth size is small, causing plaque and tartar to build up very easily and quickly.

Warning

• Not paying attention to oral hygiene can have many negative health consequences for your dog. Good oral hygiene not only enhances your health, but also helps your little friend extend life and have a happier life.
• If you find your dog needs any further assistance, contact your veterinarian for advice.
• Don't try to force it if your dog refuses to brush his teeth. If it shows signs of fear or an aggressive reaction during cleaning, stop immediately. You may need to seek advice from a behavioral professional to fix this.