How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth

Prevention of dental disease should be included as part of your pet’s overall preventive medicine program,
just like vaccinations.

Tooth brushing doesn't happen overnight. It requires training, just like “sit,” “stay” and “come.” First, select
a convenient time when you and your pet are both relaxed. For the first few days, simply hold your pet as
you normally do when petting him/her. Gently stroke the outside of your pet’s cheeks with your finger for a
minute or two. Then, after a few days, place a small amount of C.E.T. Toothpaste on your finger and let
your pet sample the flavor. Pets love the flavors of C.E.T. Toothpastes, and soon will consider it a treat.

Next, introduce your pet to a C.E.T. Toothbrush, Fingerbrush, or gauze. Place a small amount of C.E.T.
Toothpaste on the brush and gently brush one tooth with a slow circular motion. Gradually increase the
number of teeth brushed until you’ve built up to 30 seconds of brushing per side. It is important to reward
your pet with a healthy treat and plenty of praise after every step of this process. Soon, both you and your
pet will look forward to the time you spend together during this important health care procedure.

As with any other routine, it’s best to begin a dental care program when pets are young puppies or kittens.
Follow up home care with regular complete dental cleaning by your veterinarian.

For more information about pet dental health and C.E.T. Home Dental Care for your pets, consult your
veterinarian. Ask how you can get on the path to better pet dental health. Your pet will love you longer for it!
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The brush should be
rotated in a circular
fashion at a 45 degree
angle with emphasis on
the stroke away from the
gingiva.
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