And does anyone have any tips on how to do it? I have a feeling that Pan is going to be less than keen on the idea....thanks!
Working your cat up to brushing his teeth should take place over a few months. Start by getting a cat toothpaste, our cats really like the poultry and seafood C.E.T. flavors, and let him lick a little off of your finger every day. Act as if it's a treat, and do it at the same time every day for a month or so. Once he's used to this happening, start rubbing a little of the toothpaste onto his front teeth every day. The toothpastes will still be cleaning when you are just rubbing it on, as opposed to brushing with the finger brush as they are enzymatic cleaners. So again, take your time, a month or two if it takes that. Then when he's comfortable (or reasonably so) move to brushing all of his teeth. Make it so he thinks he's getting a treat, this way it's easy on both of you and only takes a minute. It's important to do it every day (despite those who say it needs to be done 3-4 times a week) as plaque hardens within 48 hours.Originally Posted by Eliot'sMom
And does anyone have any tips on how to do it? I have a feeling that Pan is going to be less than keen on the idea....thanks!
I'm with you on that. Never had a problem so never thought to brush them. *knock on wood*Originally Posted by Trouts mom
I must be a bad cat mom, I have never brushed Trouts teeth
I figure the vet will tell me if I have to start doing it?? Her teeth look good to me
Good luck with that!
I have three cats who get their gums treated every other day. I stopped using pet toothpaste and now use Oxyfresh pet gel. It really keeps the gum inflammation down and can be applied with my finger. I'd been brushing for 8 years and the gel works, IMHO, better than toothpaste.Originally Posted by Eliot'sMom
And does anyone have any tips on how to do it? I have a feeling that Pan is going to be less than keen on the idea....thanks!
Oxyfresh gel is what I use also. And it really does help keep the inflammation down.Originally Posted by clpeters23
I stopped using pet toothpaste and now use Oxyfresh pet gel. It really keeps the gum inflammation down and can be applied with my finger. I'd been brushing for 8 years and the gel works, IMHO, better than toothpaste.