Brushing dog's teeth is fairly common - we always brushed our dog's teeth and they also had periodic cleanings at the vet. Tartar build up can lead to gum disease which can cascade to other health issues. The same thing can happen with humans. It doesn't happen with all dogs but it is a easily preventable problem if the dog is prone to build up. I have seen dogs with a massive amount of tartar build up.
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Originally Posted by fdpaq0580
Yes! Far more then I like. And don't forget doctors.
Actually, was surprised by daily tooth brushing for dogs. All my dogs were well loved and healthy. They got checked at the first sign of a problem. Regulated diet with bone and Milkbone for cleaning teeth. Shots were up to date. Since dogs didn't get candy, cake, bread, etc, their teeth faired much better than my own. Maybe if they had lived as long as I, used and abused their bodies in the same ways, they would have had some of the same problems. What do you think?
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