Animals also suffer from the plague most humans know as bad breath. Both cat and dogs are quite vulnerable to the effects of bad breath causing diseases such as periodontal disease and gingivitis. So doing a bit of preventive brushing will really help out your pet's health. You can prevent bacteria from building up in your animal's mouth by brushing them!

Make sure to get your pet checked at the vet before you begin a tooth brushing regimen. You might hurt your pet if they already have problems.

Of course the vets will say you need to brush their teeth every day, but weekly is fine as well. It's best to brush your pet's teeth when it is feeling very relaxed, so pick the quietest time of your pet's day to do this.

Never use human toothbrushes and paste on your pets. The chemicals in human toothpaste can hurt an animal and human brushes are just too rough. It is best to buy a finger toothbrush and paste for pets at a local pet store.

Many pets won't want to open their mouth, so you have to get them used to it. Always treat and praise the animal when it does what you want it to. It's important that your pet feels rewarded, so that future tooth-brushing sessions will be easy and fun.

Make sure your pet is relaxed when you brush his or her teeth. Some pets might prefer to lie on their stomachs, others might prefer to remain standing on all fours, and you could even have your pet cuddle on your lap. But it should never lay on its back, as it may choke on the backwash of the water and toothpaste.

Put the finger tooth brush on your finger and put a bit of toothpaste on it. These bristles are a lot softer and add more control for brushing a pet's tooth. Do not think of it as brushing teeth but massaging the teeth and gums. Gently run your toothbrush-covered finger along your pet's teeth using small, circular motions and making sure to clean all surfaces, including the inner ring. It is best to go over the cat or dog's tongue as well. This is a breeding ground for bacteria.

Treat the pet after going through a good session of teeth brushing. When your dog decides to give you a kiss next time, you will smell the freshest of breath.

When it comes to keeping your pet happy and healthy, proper grooming is essential. Whether you take your pet to a professional groomer, do the job yourself, or call up a mobile pet grooming service, you can learn more about how to care for your pet at the Pets Grooming site.

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