Caring for your dog's teeth is as important as giving him his vaccinations and paying attention to his he alth, which is why in our site you can find various articles on the importance of canine dental hygiene. There are many methods to properly clean your dog's teeth, and among them is brushing. A good brushing will depend not only on the technique you use, but also on the product you apply.
That is why we present several recipes to prepare homemade toothpaste for dogs, economical and simple options to make with your own hands and, most importantly, natural and not harmful to the animal! Discover below how to make homemade toothpaste for dogs, with 4 easy-to-make recipes:
Toothpaste with baking soda and water
You will need to:
- 1/2 tablespoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon of water
In a small container, mix both ingredients until you get a smooth paste. With this preparation, the paste to brush your dog's teeth will be ready.
You may think that due to its few ingredients this recipe is not very effective, but you are wrong. The baking soda has many properties that make it a perfect product for tooth care, as it not only removes stains and whitens the enamel, but also prevents bad breath and relieves discomfort when there are ulcers in the oral cavity.
Toothpaste with chicken broth and aromatic herbs
You will need to:
- 1 tablespoon chicken broth (no s alt or onion)
- 1 tablespoon mint powder or some other aromatic herb (suitable for dogs)
- 1/2 tablespoon baking soda
- 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
In a glass container, mix all the ingredients until they are completely integrated. Keep refrigerated no more than 5 days.
The chicken broth will give a good flavor to this homemade toothpaste, as dogs often swallow it. In this way, something pleasant on the palate will make the hygiene routine easier.
On the other hand, aromatic herbs such as mint will help control your dog's bad breath, leaving a subtle aroma. In this recipe, the vegetable oil acts as a substance that helps the other ingredients stick together.
Brewer's yeast toothpaste
You will need to:
- 2 tablespoons brewer's yeast
- 1 teaspoon of powdered aromatic herbs (suitable for dogs)
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
- 1 teaspoon table s alt
In a container with a lid, add all the ingredients and mix. Keep refrigerated to prevent the yeast from becoming sour.
Lemon rind not only has a pleasant taste, but also whitens teeth. If there is any inflammation of the gums or in another area of the mouth, adding table s alt will soothe the pain and reduce discomfort. In addition, brewer's yeast has properties that eliminate bacteria,helping to prevent dental plaque, tartar and annoying bad breath.
Coconut Stevia Toothpaste
You will need to:
- 4 tablespoons crushed stevia leaves
- 2 tablespoons organic coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 15 drops of edible aromatic oils (suitable for dogs)
Mix the stevia, coconut oil and baking soda, stirring very well until the ingredients are integrated. Add the aromatic oil drops little by little, tasting until you reach a pleasant flavor and not too loaded.
The annoying bacteria responsible for plaque and bad breath are eliminated by stevia, thanks to its ability to eliminate all types of fungi. Also, if you want to prevent your dog's cavities, organic coconut oil is the ideal ingredient for that. Natural oils work just like peppermint, leaving a fresh breath
General tips
Now that you know how to make homemade toothpaste for dogs, you only have to choose one of the four recipes, the one you consider most suitable for your dog, also, don't forget these tips for acorrect oral cleaning :
- Brushing your dog's teeth will protect against plaque, gingivitis, tartar and bad breath. This does not replace the need for an annual deep dental cleaning by a veterinarian.
- Small breed dogs tend to suffer from oral diseases more than medium and large ones.
- Dogs fed commercial feed need to be brushed more than those fed natural homemade diets.
- Brush your dog's teeth from 2 to 3 times a week.
- Both commercial dog toothpaste and homemade dog toothpaste do not need to be rinsed, your dog will swallow it.
- Under no circumstances use human toothpaste on your dog.
- Baking soda can be toxic to dogs, so the amounts needed for toothpaste are minimal. However, if after brushing you notice any reaction, see your vet immediately.
- Edible oils and aromatic herbs that can be consumed by dogs include mint, thyme, spearmint and eucalyptus.
Remember that not all dogs tolerate having their teeth cleaned with a brush, if this is your case, don't forget that there are other ways to clean a dog's teeth, using toys, natural products or candy on the market with this function.
