Logic Oral Hygiene Gel for Cats and Dogs, 70 g with Finger Toothbrush, 1 Count ( Pack of 1)

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Instead of allowing observations about my cat's teeth to dictate the selections, I looked at the factors I could evaluate: whether my cats appeared to enjoy or at least tolerate the product, how easy the product was to use, and the product's ingredients and their known efficacy. Most importantly, I looked to see if the product had a VOHC seal of acceptance confirming its efficacy at controlling plaque and tartar. Dental sprays and rinses: While there is one VOHC-accepted dental spray for cats, we have not included sprays or rinses in this guide based on Moore's observation that they can be a real challenge to use with cats. VOHC seal of acceptance : Snyder explained the challenges of identifying a good cat dental product based on ingredients and marketing claims alone, so in this update, products with a VOHC seal of acceptance scored higher. The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) is a division of the American Veterinary Dental College that conducts third-party assessments of pet dental products. Products that earn the VOHC's seal of acceptance meet current criteria for effectively controlling plaque and tartar. Over time your dog’s teeth can have a buildup of plaque, very much like our own would if we did not brush them. Bad breath is often the first sign of oral hygiene problems and It is estimated that 80% of all dogs and cats over three years of age have dental disease.

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There are a number of brands that sell dental treats, but the only way to ensure the one you're purchasing is effective is if it is VOHC-accepted. "Anything with a VOHC seal is going to have teeth behind it, with that treat shown scientifically to reduce plaque, tartar, or both," said veterinarian Christopher Snyder, clinical associate professor of AVDC oral and maxillofacial surgery at University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. With that in mind, we selected Feline Greenies Dental Treats, one of the first feline products to earn a VOHC seal, as the best dental treat for cats. Out of the three toothbrushes I tested, I found that the Virbac C.E.T. was indeed the easiest toothbrush to use on my cats' teeth. While the Virbac brush had roughly the same size head as the others (approximately 0.5 inches by 0.25 inches), at 6.25 inches in length, it was the shortest of those I considered. That shorter handle made the toothbrush easier and less awkward to maneuver, while still keeping my fingers safely away from my cats' teeth. Dental treats have an important place in the promotion of good cat dental health. Like any treat, they're designed to taste great, and with cats, that's half the battle. It’s hard to know what products are toxic or harmful for a dog, especially when the average ingredients list features so many complicated and nasty sounding chemicals. Dog owners get rightfully worried about what they buy for their pets, but there is often a lot of misinformation when it comes to avoiding ingredients. A lot of the ‘scary’ sounding ones are actually there to improve a dog’s health rather than hinder it, so there’s no need to dismiss them. Pros: VOHC-accepted, can be used on a toothbrush or spread by finger, contains minerals to boost tooth enamel, human-grade, free of BPAs and parabens

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Christopher Snyder, DVM, clinical associate professor and founding fellow, AVDC oral and maxillofacial surgery, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine , Madison, Wisconsin Ingredients and known efficacy: I analyzed the ingredients list of each of the cat dental products and noted those typically considered beneficial for dental care. I also kept an eye out for ingredients that may be considered harmful to cats. However, I did not make any decisions based on ingredient lists alone, something Snyder recommends against. Petsmile Professional Toothpaste is one of only two that are VOHC-accepted for the prevention of plaque. Its active ingredient, a proprietary formula called Calprox, has been proven to inhibit the buildup of plaque and tartar and gently dissolve the bacteria-rich biofilm that naturally forms on the surface of the teeth.

Logic Oral Hygiene Gel for Cats and Dogs, 70 g with Finger

Snyder earned a veterinary degree at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, then completed a residency in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. He became a diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College in 2009. We interviewed Snyder via phone on January 28, 2021. The Virbac C.E.T. Pet Toothbrush is just the right size to clean the nooks and crannies of a cat's mouth.Pet:Essential Healthymouth Water Additive cleans teeth with bacteria-inhibiting enzymes and comes in more than two dozen flavors. While many kinds of toothpaste boast their ability to remove plaque from your pet’s teeth, not many offer the incredible anti-tartar effects of Beaphar. Any plaque that resides on teeth uncleaned eventually combines with calcium to form tartar. But Beaphar’s ingredients bind to that calcium to stop leftover plaque from ever even forming a calcified layer. In the absence of appropriate care, the progression of periodontitis causes gum recession and destruction of the tooth’s supporting structures. This may result in root exposure, abscess formation and teeth becoming loose or falling out. Advanced stages of periodontitis are IRREVERSIBLE and may require tooth extraction. Daily use of a feline toothpaste or gel is a cat's best defense against periodontal disease. Even when just smeared on a pet's teeth and gums with the finger, a veterinary-approved toothpaste can be beneficial. "It works not as well as teeth brushing, but it works better than not doing it at all," said veterinarian Andrea Moore, medical director at VCA Pinnacle Animal Hospital in San Jose, California.