Dentistry for Cats

UKTigerlily

Dry can cause problems just as much as Wet, when mine had her first she'd only ever had dry food, it doesn't reach the parts it needs to & the kibble just shatters it isn't something they grind down. Plus the sugar in kibble can be much higher. I'd use the toothpaste & not rely on dry food to prevent issues.

rita-rabbit

UKTigerlily wrote: »

Dry can cause problems just as much as Wet, when mine had her first she'd only ever had dry food, it doesn't reach the parts it needs to & the kibble just shatters it isn't something they grind down. Plus the sugar in kibble can be much higher. I'd use the toothpaste & not rely on dry food to prevent issues.

Personally I do put toothpaste on my 2 mouths - I wouldn't even attempt to put us through the `rewarding pet/owner bonding that could occur through attempting to brush' (lol) :eek: but that's because they already had started dental problems due to eating mostly wet before I discovered how much better dry food was than wet due to:

• less deposits & smells in litter
• cheaper - despite being of higher quality regarding ingredients
• less time/energy spent on buying it
• cleaner teeth & gums, improved general condition & energy levels.:beer:

I am about 2 buy `plaqu-off' to put on their wet food - which they have ocassionally for treats or when I am away & have set the pet feeder.

Dry is best - end of.:T

rita-rabbit

Toothsmith wrote: »

And brushing their teeth frequently.

Difficult with a cat, but they can get used to it, and ventinary toothpastes are meaty flavour, so they can get to quite enjoy it.

It is a faf, but it will save you money, and keep your cat/dog heathier in the long run.

I use `Logic' on mine - you can just put some on their paw & they lick it off. However to minimise mess I put some on a cotton wool bud & apply it to the sides & front of their mouths. & as they they merely tolerate that I wouldn't want 2 attempt brushing.:cool:

lowis

i used to give them those fibrous little dental chews...they used to bat them around the house before eating them. i must start getting those again. i don't do anything for their teeth - this thread has made me wake up!

UKTigerlily

I tried those Whiskas Dentabits but they are so chewy she kept choking on them, now she sometimes has these other dental things that she dealls with much better, not sure how much good they do, i'll have to buy that plaque off, i've heard good things about it. I don't brush her teeth so that hopefully will help!

I do know dry doesn't do much for their teeth, neither does wet, both are as bad as each other! After all I read on wet i'd never feed dry, she does seem to prefer dried but can't have it in her case, but i'm not sure i'd give dry now wet is much more natural.

Can Dogs have that plaque off? The Dog is on dried food but has it soaked & it probably doesn't help her teeth anyway as they don't grind the kibble it just shatters. Her teeth look really good but I want them to stay that way!

rita-rabbit

Yes u can use it for both cats & dogs:

Petmeds current special offer on [FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]ProDen PlaqueOff™Animal[/FONT]

[FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]ProDen PlaqueOff™[/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif] Animal is a new innovation in pet dental care and now available from [/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]Petmeds[/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]. Used daily, it can significantly help control dental plaque, tartar and bad breath. [/FONT]

www.rescuesearch.co.uk
www.petmeds.co.uk
www.plaqueoff.com

UKTigerlily

rita-rabbit wrote: »

Yes u can use it for both cats & dogs:

Petmeds current special offer on [FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]ProDen PlaqueOff™Animal[/FONT]

[FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]ProDen PlaqueOff™[/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif] Animal is a new innovation in pet dental care and now available from [/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]Petmeds[/FONT][FONT=Verdana,Geneva,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]. Used daily, it can significantly help control dental plaque, tartar and bad breath. [/FONT]

www.rescuesearch.co.uk
www.petmeds.co.uk
www.plaqueoff.com

Ohh thanks i'll buy some for the Cat & the Dog!

twinklefish

My moggie had a plaque removal treatment done a couple of weeks ago due to a build up of plaque and slightly red gums (she's 8 and gets a mixed diet). The OPs £250 does seem excessive, I was about £160 including GA and a follow up appointment the next week. Mind you, this is a new vet practice for us and I have to say they do appear cheaper than the last! Annual booster shots were about £30 cheaper than the last place and they gave me free flea and worm spot on treatments.

Francesanne

You never meet a poor vet and I must admit that I'm a bit cynical at times.
Some vets once they discover you have pet insurance arrange for every test under the sun. Not saying this applies to all vets but do think this applies to some. I'd be very reluctant to put my cat through an op at the age of 18 but then if she's in pain, it's cruel to let her suffer. Think you have to weigh up the options carefully and decide what is best for your pet.

picklepick

both my moms cats had a mix of dry and wet food and she also gave them the whiskas dentabix biscuit thingys. the vets always commented on what healthy teeth and gums they had. both lived to ripe old ages and never had to have any dental treatment. i guess some cats are just more prone to it than others. although i do think a dry diet is better for teeth health than a wet diet.

im feeding our new kitten on both at the minute. i think i may try brushing her teeth whilst shes still a baby to try and get her used to it. any tips??