Teeth cleaning
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Thanks for all the feedback! There's a new vet down the street, and I could actually WALK Deedle there. It looks like a nice place, and I liked what I read about the vet. Maybe I will look into alternatives, but I'm not sure. Deedle has had teeth issues for a long time (we got her when she was 4. Before that she was chained up for weekends in a backyard with just a big bowl of food! So, she tried to chew through the chain and fractured some teeth. Poor thing), so I want to make sure she gets very thorough and good care. Her breath could scare away an army, though, I tell you!
Really happy I discovered this forum.
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We have had two of our B girls that have needed advanced oral care. First was cage biter and chewer and the second was a rescue whose mouth had been neglected for many years. We used a dental specialist both times and it was at least as expensive as you are describing. ( twice as expensive for removals and restorations in one instance ) We discussed going to someone less expensive but it all boiled down to who we trusted and which staff seemed most professional and caring. Either way you are doing a good thing and your pooch will appreciate it.
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I pay $600 and get the IV, special anesthesia, etc., like you. I've had it done quite a bit cheaper without the extras. One thing to keep in mind though–is that letting the teeth go can really affect the organs. It's best to keep their teeth in tip top shape (especially when they're older).
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Once you get her teeth cleaned it will be important to maintain good dental health. I can't say enough good things about this product. I use the gel to brush the teeth several times a week and use the spray on the other days. The results are UNBELIEVABLE. I will never use another dental product again.
My dog (only have a rat terrier now) doesn't mind the taste of any of the products but I don't like the 'fishy' smell of the salmon flavor so I only use the regular. If you can, try to brush the teeth, but if not, use your finger or a cloth to apply the gel to the teeth. This stuff WORKS!
Deb
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Once you get her teeth cleaned it will be important to maintain good dental health. I can't say enough good things about this product. I use the gel to brush the teeth several times a week and use the spray on the other days. The results are UNBELIEVABLE. I will never use another dental product again.
My dog (only have a rat terrier now) doesn't mind the taste of any of the products but I don't like the 'fishy' smell of the salmon flavor so I only use the regular. If you can, try to brush the teeth, but if not, use your finger or a cloth to apply the gel to the teeth. This stuff WORKS!
Deb
Very interesting. I've had pretty good results with just brushing every other day (I try to do it every day), but I may look into this later on.
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I brush Congo's teeth and I can't use my finger to brush his teeth unless I want my fingers pinched. He is pretty good about it and I use a peanut butter flavor toothpaste and also a chicken broth flavor. I don't have to buy Denta bones and his teeth stay in pretty good shape if I brush them 2-3 times a week. It took a good month though before he would let me do it without a huge protest.
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Thanks Deb, I am going to give it a try….
Pat, I've tried just about every product on the market and nothing has even come close to working like this stuff. We have a natural pet food/supply store in Fargo and they no longer carry any dental products other than PetzLife. They said once the word got around about this product that was all they sold while the other products sat on the shelf.
[edit] I should also say that I use the 'Triple-headed' toothbrush also. The best invention ever!
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Pat, I've tried just about every product on the market and nothing has even come close to working like this stuff. We have a natural pet food/supply store in Fargo and they no longer carry any dental products other than PetzLife. They said once the word got around about this product that was all they sold while the other products sat on the shelf. I have to thank Linda Seikert of Sinbaje Basenjis for alerting me to this fine product.
[edit] I should also say that I use the 'Triple-headed' toothbrush also. The best invention ever!
There was a local pet store nearby that carried PetzLife products. The employee there mentioned that he hears nothing but good things about this stuff and that they were completely out of the spray. $25-30 may seem like a lot for such a small amount of product but it's cheap insurance to keep your dogs teeth healthy.
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There was a local pet store nearby that carried PetzLife products. The employee there mentioned that he hears nothing but good things about this stuff and that they were completely out of the spray. $25-30 may seem like a lot for such a small amount of product but it's cheap insurance to keep your dogs teeth healthy.
$25 - $30 seems like pennies to me when you compare it to the cost of a full dental under anesthesia. :) I can't ever anticipate having to another dental on our Rat Terrier again, nor any dog we would get in the future. There is simply no tarter build up with this product when used daily, or even a couple of times a week.
Jack likes the taste too. At first he wasn't nuts about it, but it didn't take long for him to acquire it. He does not like the 'spray' in his mouth though. He's always been skiddish about a spray sound. If I had a pup I'd start in with the spray from the get go so they got used to the sound.
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I just went to order my Petzlife product (thanks for the heads up Deb!) since there wasn't a retailer close to me. Oddly, it's cheaper through Amazon than from the company's website. :confused: Still, a bit pricey, but WAAAY cheaper (in terms of money and worry) than a full dental at the vet's.
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$25 - $30 seems like pennies to me when you compare it to the cost of a full dental under anesthesia. :) I can't ever anticipate having to another dental on our Rat Terrier again, nor any dog we would get in the future. There is simply no tarter build up with this product when used daily, or even a couple of times a week.
Jack likes the taste too. At first he wasn't nuts about it, but it didn't take long for him to acquire it. He does not like the 'spray' in his mouth though. He's always been skiddish about a spray sound. If I had a pup I'd start in with the spray from the get go so they got used to the sound.
Simple brushing has actually broken down some of the tarter on my B's teeth. He's only 10 months old, but I've been brushing 3-5 times per week (which we all know is more than your average dog owner…. never). I figured the PetzLife gel will help break down the rest and keep his teeth/gums healthy. But yes, such a small amount compared to having him put under for cleaning. My vet wanted it done soon but I said i'd wait and see if the tarter build up got worse. It has gotten better. :D
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That is really young to have tartar build up? 10 months?
Pat, I was thinking the same thing. I'm wondering if there is more going on there ??
Good on the owner for being diligient about brushing though! :)
