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How To Keep Your Dog's Teeth Clean-Part2
CPR For Dogs
Anyone who has been to a CPR class is familiar with the basics of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. First you'll check to be .....
...... toothpastes with baking soda, detergents, or salt which are common ingredients in some brands of human toothpastes. Fluoride is acceptable, as it helps control bacteria. Rather than placing the paste on top of the brush try to place it between the bristles. This allows the paste to spend the most time next to the teeth. So push it in!Anyone who has been to a CPR class is familiar with the basics of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. First you'll check to be .....
Step three is to get the brush with paste into your dog's mouth and all the teeth brushed. Most dogs accept brushing if they are approached in a gentle manner. If you can start when they are young, it's generally relatively easy, but even older dogs will accept the process so long as your approach is gentle, and you're prepared to persevere.
Dog Health Emergencies: What Will You Do?
Sure, you may be a master of human First Aid. But do you know what to do in a dog .....
Start off slowly, using a washcloth or piece of gauze to wipe the teeth, front and back in the same manner you will eventually be using the toothbrush. Do this twice daily for about two weeks and your dog should be familiar with the approach.Sure, you may be a master of human First Aid. But do you know what to do in a dog .....
Then take the dog toothbrush, soak it in warm water and start brushing daily for several days - without any toothpaste.
Dog Eye Problems - What To Watch Out For
Dog eye problems can occur at any time. You should pay close attention to .....
Finally, once your dog accepts this brushing, you can add the dog toothpaste, and you're away!Dog eye problems can occur at any time. You should pay close attention to .....
(c) 2005, Brigitte Smith, Healthy Happy Dogs
About the Author: Brigitte Smith is a dog lover and author, with a specific interest in holistic dog health - natural diet for dogs, natural remedies for dogs, good exercise, dog grooming and health, and more.For your FREE report: "How to Improve Your Dog's Helath Within 30 Days - Maybe Even Lengthen Your Dog's Life!" go to http://www.HealthyHappyDogs.com
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