Bhopal
Skin & Hygiene
06 Jan 2026
How to Clean Dog Teeth at Home: Simple Daily Habit
Dental hygiene reduces bad breath and gum disease. Start slow and keep it positive.
KEY POINTS
- ✓ Brush 3-5x/week
- ✓ Use dog toothpaste
- ✓ Short sessions
- ✓ Reward
- ✓ Check gums
- ✓ See vet for tartar
## Quick answer
Brush with dog toothpaste 3-5x/week; start with finger rub and progress slowly.
## Steps
- Start with lip lift and finger rub
- Introduce dog toothpaste taste
- Use soft toothbrush
- Brush outer surfaces
- Reward after brushing
## Common mistakes
- Human toothpaste use
- Forcing mouth open
- Long sessions at start
FAQ
People also ask
Can I use human toothpaste? +
No, use dog toothpaste only.
How often brush teeth? +
3-5x/week is a good goal.
What if dog resists? +
Start with finger rub and reward, go slowly.