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Helpful tips for brushing your dog's teeth	Helpful tips for brushing your cat's teeth
Dental home care keeps the pet's mouth healthy and comfortable, decreases the risk of dental disease and helps decrease the likelihood of significant dental bills in the future. You can improve your pet's dental health by considering the following: Diet: Dry food and crunchy vegetables help to scrape plaque off of teeth. There are also special dental care diets available. Chew Toys & Aids: Rubber chew toys are the safest choice since they will not cut the pet's gums or break teeth. Use caution in selecting a chew toy that cannot be swallowed and will not become wedged between the pet's teeth. Brushing: Brushing is the best way to remove plaque from your pet's teeth. Daily brushing is most beneficial and will help to establish a routine for your pet, but brushing two to three times a week is acceptable if your schedule can't accommodate daily brushing.
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