What You Need

How to Brush Your Pet's Teeth

Before You Begin

✅ If your pet already has dental disease, brushing may be uncomfortable. Consult your veterinarian before starting a brushing routine.

✅ Daily brushing provides the best results by helping reduce plaque and tartar buildup.

✅ Choose a quiet time when your pet is relaxed, sleepy, or has just woken from a nap. Before mealtime also works well, since their meal can become a reward.

✅ Start by gently handling your pet and getting them comfortable with having their mouth touched. I like placing my cat on the counter because it gives me easy access and helps keep them comfortable.

Step 1 – Introduce Your Finger

✅ Be patient—this won't happen overnight.

✅ Dip your finger in tuna juice and let your pet lick it.

✅ Gently rub your finger along the canine teeth (the large front fangs) and gums.

✅ After several sessions, gradually introduce the other teeth.

✅ Once your pet is comfortable, you're ready for the Kittyteeth® toothbrush.

Step 2 – Introduce the Toothbrush

✅ Dip the Kittyteeth® toothbrush in tuna juice.

✅ Allow your pet to sniff and lick the toothbrush.

✅ Begin by gently brushing the canine teeth and gums.

✅ Slowly add additional teeth over several sessions.

Step 3 – Add Pet Toothpaste

✅ Choose a pet toothpaste in a flavor your pet enjoys.

✅ Repeat Steps 1 and 2 using the toothpaste.

❌ Never use human toothpaste. It can upset your pet's stomach.

Step 4 – Begin Brushing

✅ Brush using gentle, circular motions.

✅ Speak in a calm, happy voice and praise your pet often.

✅ You may need to gently support your pet's head to reach the back teeth.

✅ Gradually increase the number of teeth you brush until you're cleaning all teeth and gums.

Step 5 – After Brushing

✅ Rinse the toothbrush thoroughly after every use.

✅ Never share toothbrushes between pets.

Remember...

❤️ Patience is the key to success.

Your cat or dog doesn't understand why you're brushing their teeth. With gentle practice, praise, and consistency, brushing will become part of their routine.

The goal isn't perfection on the first day—it's building trust, one brushing session at a time.

Helping cats and dogs smile... one brush at a time. 🩵

HAPPY BRUSHING!