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Summary: Before you purchase a toothbrush, read our suggestions on what type of toothbrush to start out with for your puppy.

Since dogs are not roaming wild and have become our “best friends”, we now have the responsibility for there well-being. They have need for dental care. Bad breath is awful and especially if it comes from your dog. Your dog’s dental care is important and it can be easy, fast and a rewarding experience. Tooth decay can affect your dog just like it can with humans. This could lead to increased health care costs for your pet.

There are many kinds of pet toothbrushes out on the market. They came in all colors and styles. There are traditional looking dog toothbrushes. There are dog toothbrushes that fit on your finger. There are even electric dog tooth brushes. Most of the people that are using the electric dog toothbrushes claim they would not use anything but the electric ones. Now there is even a dog toothbrush that the dog uses by himself.

Important: Your dog’s teeth should be cleaned at least twice a week for proper dental care.

Most veterinarians and breeders recommend that you begin using the finger dog toothbrush with puppies. The finger toothbrush fits right on your finger and is very simple to use. It has gentle bristles and is fairly unobtrusive making it a great starter dog toothbrush. We've included an image from PetSmart for the 'Finger Toothbrush' to the right.	Petrodex Finger Toothbrush For Dogs
	With so many kinds of dog toothbrushes to choose from, consider the size of the brush to the size of your dog’s mouth. Consider the length of the handle and the angle of the bristles. Make certain it is easy to use and clean. You will probably just have to experiment to find out which dog toothbrush you and your dog prefer. Two offerings from PetSmart and 1-800-PetMeds are listed below.

The Better Pet Toothbrush

Enzymatic Toothpaste Beef Flavored 2.5oz Tube With Toothbrush

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