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Dental health is important when caring for pets . Many pet health experts say that a pet ’ s first professional dental examination and cleaning should occur at around age two or three . Ideally , pet parents should brush their pets ’ teeth daily to ensure that plaque and tartar does not accumulate and lead to significant periodontal issues . Older pets tend to require more frequent brushings , while younger pets and small dog breeds may not need daily brushing . There are plenty of petsafe toothpastes available ; do not use a human toothpaste , as such products contain ingredients that are not safe for pets . Pets should be acclimated to having their teeth brushed at an early age to make it easier to do so in ensuing years . In addition to brushing , pet owners can help their pets keep teeth clean by providing dental-friendly snacks and toys that can be chewed to scrub teeth . Also , feeding pets a nutritious diet that consists of some hard food to scour teeth during eating also is helpful . Some foods contain additives that help keep plaque from hardening into tartar , so speak with a dentist to see if this is appropriate for the pet ’ s needs . n
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