🇬🇧 How to brush your dog’s or cat’s teeth

Today we are going to talk about how to brush your dog or cat's teeth.  Here I talk about lifestyle, and dogs and cats are part of it. Their well-being is important and I share some of my experience and knowledge so that your dog or cat has a quality of life, just like you.

To get started, buy the appropriate toothpaste and toothbrush for your pet at a pet store. With my dog ​​I used a toothbrush that fit my finger, because I think it is less uncomfortable and causes a feeling that I am petting him. My fingers are thin. I do not recommend this toothbrush model for those who have thick fingers and cats or small dogs. Getting the animal used to toothbrushing is a process, and in this process a routine is built.

Then, I recommend getting the animal used to the toothbrush without toothpaste. That's because the toothbrush and toothpaste are two different stimuli and maybe the animal doesn't have problems with the toothbrush, but doesn't like the smell or taste of toothpaste. By getting your dog or cat used to the toothbrush without toothpaste, you only present a stimulus for him and you can evaluate in the next step if there is rejection of the toothpaste. At this stage of getting him used to the toothbrush, let him smell it, then start brushing carefully. Observe the animal's reactions to see if it is bothered. If you can't brush all his teeth on the first day, that's fine. Stop and repeat the process the next day, and the next, until all his teeth are brushed. I suggest offering other positive reinforcements for the animal, such as telling him he's getting prettier, petting him, etc. I don't see the point in giving a treat after brushing his teeth, so I recommend the love languages ​​of physical touch and words of affirmation (praise) and also using this moment as quality time.

The next step, you may have already guessed, is to get him used to the toothpaste. Let the animal sniff it before brushing its teeth. Do not, under any circumstances, use the same toothpaste you use for yourself. It is very important that it is suitable for your pet. Repeat the brushing process, now including the toothpaste.

It’s done! Keep practicing brushing daily, always paying attention to your four-legged companion's reactions.

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