Let’s face it, you wouldn’t kiss your partner if they hadn’t cleaned their teeth for a year or two, would you. Yet so many people give their dog a kiss and never clean their dog’s teeth.

Vets are increasingly urging owners to brush their dog’s teeth regularly. This isn’t because they want to make money off the sale of doggy toothpaste. It’s partly because good oral hygiene can prolong your dog’s life! A rotten tooth can cause an infection and that means route one to your dogs heart.

No, not a doggy beautiful smile contest!
Photo: Jon

Cleaning ears are also important, partly because it cuts down on the smell. But also because it cuts down on the number of infections your dog can get.

Two very worthwhile online resources, therefore, are Doctor Foster’s online video guide to cleaning your dog’s ears and teeth.

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