Hello! Hello! I was just finishing up a follow-up
appointment with Fido back there. We
were just about to discuss his dental hygiene habits and you are more than
welcome to join in the conversation.
So, tell me...how often do you brush your teeth? Are you getting the hard to reach places? What's that?
How would you know if you are NOT getting the hard to reach places? Great question! My answer:
Also known as Halitosis, Doggie Breath is caused by bacteria
growing from food particles caught between the teeth. Regular tooth-brushings
are a great solution to keeping Doggie Breath at bay and preventing other
dental health issues like gingivitis and/or periodontal disease.
Why It's Important to Prevent Periodontal Disease
That growing bacteria mentioned above can secrete toxins
that can damage kidney, cardiac, and brain tissue. Many veterinarians think the bacterial
colonies can also spread through the bloodstream and accumulate within the
heart valves, kidneys and liver causing illnesses like heart disease and
diabetes.
How Can You Prevent Periodontal Disease
Well, for one thing you can brush your teeth! I highly recommend it and it is never too
late to start.
If you have never brushed your teeth before, it may take a
little while to get used to it. Your mom
or dad can introduce a toothbrush to you slowly; my Ma let me lick some yummy
beef-flavored toothpaste off my very first toothbrush, so I could feel the
bristles on my tongue. After a while,
she would brush a couple of my teeth and give me praise. Then she finally was able to brush all my
teeth, starting with those hard to reach back molars and working her way to the
front teeth.
But now I have an electric toothbrush like Ma and
Daddy-dog. It's a Zututh Breeze and it
is made specifically for dogs. It may
take a bit longer to get used to the vibrating toothbrush; it has for me. I am still trying to adjust to it for a full
brushing. Right now, I use my Zututh Breeze electric toothbrush as both an electric AND manual toothbrush.
I recommend a Zututh toothbrush (either
electric or manual) and here is why:
Why a Zututh Toothbrush
Both the Zututh Breeze (electric) and the Classic Zututh
(manual) were designed by an oral surgeon to adapt to the unique arrangement of
a dog's teeth. Zututh's "Z"
shaped brush allows dog owners, veterinarians and groomers to reach the upper
back molars easily and more effectively.
Zututh can also be used on other teeth, but the focus is the
difficult-to-reach areas that are more prone to tartar build-up. Zututh's
two-tandem brush cleans more teeth at once, therefore decreasing brushing time.
Zututh's handle is thicker to allow for
an easier, sturdier grip. (courtesy of
Zututh.com)
Zututh for a Happy, Healthy New Year
It is estimated that 80 percent of dogs have periodontal
disease by the age of two. You don't want to be one of those dogs, do you? Of course not. You want to stay healthy so you can live a
long and happy life.
As Dr. Oz the Terrier, I suggest that we say goodbye to
Doggie Breath and keep ourselves healthy by brushing our teeth. Ask Santa Paws to put a Zututh toothbrush in
your Christmas stocking. You'll be so
happy (and healthy) you did!
Review Disclaimer: I
did not receive any monetary compensation for this review. I was given a free Zututh Breeze electric toothbrush to review. The opinions in
this review are my own and not influenced by any outsider. I receive no
additional benefits for talking about the product or company.
Pip would never let us brush his teeth, but we are hoping Ruby will be more cooperative.
ReplyDelete*paws crossed* for that. Ma has always brushed my teeth with the manual toothbrush. It's not so bad. I am still trying to get used to the electric one though.
DeleteYou know - my last sheltie lived to be 18 years old...she never had her teeth brushed or even cleaned at the vet and she had all her teeth and they were still beautiful and white even at 18......she had plenty of good bones to knaw on...I think diet is just as important.
ReplyDeleteI don't disagree with you on diet but some dogs may be prone to bad teeth (like humans) and for them, a bit of brushing would be a good thing, don't you think?
DeleteWe love the Zututh, well Torrey and mom think it's pretty great.
ReplyDeleteHmmm, I am guessing you don't like to have your teeth brushed, Roxy? I can't blame you...many dogs don't like it.
DeleteI'm with Roxy on this one! Mom loves it, I tolerate it. BOL! However, I didn't get (or need) a tooth cleaning until I was 5.5 yrs old, that is a long time for a POM! I got my first one last month when my fatty lump was removed.
DeleteHugs,
Pepper
No way for us but we have dried food at night to help keep my toothies clean. Have a fabulous Friday Oz.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes Molly
So long as your chompers are healthy, Molly. The better for putting the bitey on those pesky tree rats!
DeleteWe brush our toofers too but I still has horrendous breaf...worse than my brudder's toofers. I is gonna has them cleaned dis summer. Our vet man says it's cuz I has such a long snout...many doxies has toofer problems.
ReplyDeletePuddles
I did not know Doxies had issues with their teeth, Puddles. That is interesting.
DeleteThat looks like an interesting product. Thanks for the review Oz.
ReplyDeleteYep. You got it!
DeleteI literally just brushed kirbys teeth yesterday, but it is so difficult, what makes this toothbrush different then a regular one?
ReplyDeleteWell, Ma likes the grip on this one...it is thicker than the ordinary toothbrush we used to use so it is easier to hold and maneuver in my mouth. She says it does get all the way to the back teeth a bit easier than the ordinary brush and according to Zututh, the way the bristles angle around the teeth makes for less time brushing. We didn't time ourselves so...we cannot confirm that.
DeleteIf using it as an electric toothbrush (which I can only tolerate a little of at this point) it should go a heck of a lot faster.
ReplyDeleteDr. Oz
OHHHHHHHHHHHHH I love a man dog with a title and a stethoscope!
Hugs Madi your bfff
BOL Madi.
DeletePuddles is totally RIGHT about we Dachshunds being PRONE to teefs troubles... THAT is why Mom has ALWAYS been a BIG believer in Brushing fur YEARS now. EVEN back before there was any Chicken or Beef Teefs Pastes available. She used Baking Soda and a wet Children's teefs Brush. She does NOT like the teefs Brushes that are fur US only... but she has NEVER seen this Zututh thingy before. She is gonna have to look into them. WE like Chicken Paste Best of all.
ReplyDeleteMy Ma says this Zututh has a very comfortable grip that doesn't move around in her hand as I fuss about. The shape of the head is supposed to help get more teeth at once, so it takes less time. You should have your mom look into Zututh especially since Doxies really are prone to teeth troubles. Gosh, I learn something new every day!
DeleteThis one brushes my teeths twice or 3 times per week
ReplyDeleteLily
That's why you have such pearly whites, Lily!
DeleteWhat a FABULOUS review Oz! We have seen that toothbrush and are dying to get it. They should have had a give-away for you! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
ReplyDeleteBOL. I wish they gave me a giveaway...it would be great opportunity for another pal to try it. But, you will just have to ask Santa...or the Hanukkah Fairy...whichever you believe in.
DeleteGreat review Oz, good dental hygeine is very important.
ReplyDeleteSheba.
Yes, it sure is, Sheba.
DeleteLOVE it Dr. OZ. I know all about Doggie Dental Care. As a senior dog, I get high marks on having PAWsome teeth from the vet. Golden LOVE Zututh too. We always say to our doggie friends MUST use a Doggie Toothbrush. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar
ReplyDeleteYou have such a pretty smile Sugar...I bet you brush every day to keep it so pretty.
DeleteWe have an electrice Zututh too and use it manually as well. We all brush every night before bed. Bailie started her first night here and now she follows Mom around waiting for her turn. She loves it :) It is so important and it doesn't take long even for an adult dog to learn to love it.
ReplyDeleteI just need to learn to love the buzzing, Emma...but I love the Zututh. The other day I grabbed it out of Ma's hands and tried to run off with it. BOL
DeleteBOL!! You dogs are pawsome! I still show Mom the whites of my eyes and try to slink away. Yet, she continues to foil my efforts to escape. BOL!! The Zututh is in & out before I can work up a good cat-like squirm=escape.
DeleteHugs,
Pepper
Well thats something we have never tried, hummmmmm gotta think about it, we do chew lots of dental bones so we do get some benefit!
ReplyDeleteThe Mad Scots
I have those, too! I just wish the end was a bit longer; I have a long muzzle and it's hard to reach the way back.
ReplyDeleteNola
We're impressed with your teefs brushing! You must have really fresh breath! Us kitties don't like our teefs brushed even though we're supposed to. Maybe we'll try again because of your review!
ReplyDeleteBravo Dr. Oz! Great review. I like the shape of this tooth brush. I can see how it would be perfect for a dog's teeth.
ReplyDeleteOh, Oz, we can use this for one of the neighbours' cat, he really has an awful breath :) Pawkiss :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great review and a very important post, Dr. Oz. I have an electric oral b thingy and we clean my teeth 2 times per week, because it starts with a wrestling every time. But I get a tooth cleaning bone every day.
ReplyDeleteI try to brush Pierson's teeth every day. It is difficult getting to some of his teeth. These brushes look useful.
ReplyDeleteRingy Ding Dong Dong Dong ~ Seriously Oz do you really want me to think of Dental Hygiene. Why it is the HO HO HO Season, I want some fun some cheer. Now Lee says I have to get my teeth scrubbed with that electric tooth brush. She gave me her hand me down with a new baby round head. Next she will be telling me it is my Christmas present. Oh the reason I stopped was to thank you for the Happy Holiday Card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being a friend
Sweet William The Scot