DENTAL CARE
Dental care is one of the most important and most neglected aspects of pet care. When introducing a dental care program to your pet, plan on just having fun in the beginning. Real dental hygiene can start in a week or so, after your dog enjoys having his mouth handled. If your dog has a heavy plaque buildup, you may need to start with a professional tooth cleaning (ask your vet). Then you can keep your dog's teeth in tip top shape.
Some dental care products available are:
TOOTHPASTE: Dog toothpaste is non-foaming and doesn't need rinsing. They are also flavored to appeal to your dog.
TOOTHBRUSH: Be sure to use one for dogs! Human toothbrushes can injure dogs' gums. Also, canine toothbrushes are angled and sized to make brushing easier and more effective.
PADS: Pads are usually made of a gauze-like material, and treated with a dental care solution. Pads can be used with toothpaste to enhance their effectiveness. They are a great introduction to a dental care program for dogs that are apprehensive about a toothbrush.
ORAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS: These are made to destroy the bacteria that cause plaque. They are effective as a rinse after brushing, or alternated with brushing as part of a total dental care program.
Some dental care products available are:
TOOTHPASTE: Dog toothpaste is non-foaming and doesn't need rinsing. They are also flavored to appeal to your dog.
TOOTHBRUSH: Be sure to use one for dogs! Human toothbrushes can injure dogs' gums. Also, canine toothbrushes are angled and sized to make brushing easier and more effective.
PADS: Pads are usually made of a gauze-like material, and treated with a dental care solution. Pads can be used with toothpaste to enhance their effectiveness. They are a great introduction to a dental care program for dogs that are apprehensive about a toothbrush.
ORAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS: These are made to destroy the bacteria that cause plaque. They are effective as a rinse after brushing, or alternated with brushing as part of a total dental care program.
PLEASE THIS TOOTH PASTE
IT IS TOXICITY ON YOUR PETS
Has anyone ever heard of toothpaste killing a puppy?? I had a lady call me that had 2 poodle pups... a 16 week old and 10 week old.... got a hold of a tube of toothpaste and mutilated it.... 6 hours later started vomiting and convulsing... both died at the vets 3 hours later.....
Toxicity from Gum, Candy, and Toothpaste in DogsPosted on: February 10, 2011
Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs***There are certain sugar-free gums, candies, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and baked goods which contain xylitol, a 5-carbon sugar alcohol used as a sweetener. When ingested by dogs, xylitol may cause vomiting, loss of coordination, seizures, and in severe cases, liver failure. This naturally-occurring sugar substitute is also available as a granulated powder for cooking and baking.
Symptoms and TypesIn most cases, symptoms will develop within 15 to 30 minutes of ingestion of the xylitol. However, there are some sugar-free gums that delay the onset of symptoms for up to 12 hours. Some of the more common symptoms of xylitol toxicity include:
There may also be cases of widespread bleeding in the dog. This can occur in the stomach, intestines, or abdomen. The dog's gums may also be affected: ecchymoses (dark red splotches on the gums) and petechiae (dark red specks on the gums).
Liver failure may occur in severe cases of toxicity due to the dog's low blood sugar. A small piece of sugar-free gum (or 0.1 g/kg of xylitol) may be considered a toxic dose of xylitol, depending on the dog's weight.
Causes The ingestion of Xylitol or xylitol-containing products causes a rapid release of the hormone insulin, causing a sudden decrease in the dog's blood glucose.
Diagnosis Your dog will undergo a complete blood profile, including a chemical blood profile, a complete blood count, and a urinalysis. Your veterinarian will also ask you various questions to ascertain the underlying cause for your pet's condition.
Dogs with xylitol toxicity may have bleeding disorders; coagulation profiles and fibrinogen testing will be done to confirm these types of disorders.
Go to the website above and learn about your pets.
Thanks Connie
Symptoms and TypesIn most cases, symptoms will develop within 15 to 30 minutes of ingestion of the xylitol. However, there are some sugar-free gums that delay the onset of symptoms for up to 12 hours. Some of the more common symptoms of xylitol toxicity include:
There may also be cases of widespread bleeding in the dog. This can occur in the stomach, intestines, or abdomen. The dog's gums may also be affected: ecchymoses (dark red splotches on the gums) and petechiae (dark red specks on the gums).
Liver failure may occur in severe cases of toxicity due to the dog's low blood sugar. A small piece of sugar-free gum (or 0.1 g/kg of xylitol) may be considered a toxic dose of xylitol, depending on the dog's weight.
Causes The ingestion of Xylitol or xylitol-containing products causes a rapid release of the hormone insulin, causing a sudden decrease in the dog's blood glucose.
Diagnosis Your dog will undergo a complete blood profile, including a chemical blood profile, a complete blood count, and a urinalysis. Your veterinarian will also ask you various questions to ascertain the underlying cause for your pet's condition.
Dogs with xylitol toxicity may have bleeding disorders; coagulation profiles and fibrinogen testing will be done to confirm these types of disorders.
Go to the website above and learn about your pets.
Thanks Connie