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Dental health

How to add dental care to your daily routine

It may be easier than you think to make a home dental routine stick.

Try pairing it with something you already do — in the morning, with exercise, while relaxing or at bedtime. Would one of these work for you?

  1. MorniNg

    A cat drinking from its water bowl

    Making coffee Mixing water additive

  2. Daytime

    A pet owner giving a VETRADENT® Veggie Dental Chew to a dog

    Going for a walk Giving a chew

  3. EveniNg

    A dog receiving VETRADENT® Dental Spray

    Watching TV Spraying their mouth

  4. BedtimE

    A pet owner brushing a dog’s teeth with VETRADENT® toothpaste

    Brushing teeth Trying it with your pet too!

6 signs of dental disease

Talk with your veterinarian if you notice any of these signs.1

  • Bad breath

  • Discolored teeth

  • Excessive drooling

  • Red, swollen, bleeding gums

  • Facial swelling

  • Reluctance or difficulty eating

Why home dental care matters

Plaque starts small, but it can build up quickly — causing pain, inflammation and infection that results in tooth loss. And dental disease may affect more than just your pet’s smile. It can negatively impact their quality of life and cause serious health problems.1

That’s a real bummer!

But we get it. While daily toothbrushing may be ideal, it also might not be realistic.

Focus on progress over perfection with flexible options to fit your life from VETRADENT®.

1 American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Dog & cat dental disease: Signs, professional cleanings, anesthesia, and home care. Updated January 26, 2026. Accessed September 8, 2026. https://www.aaha.org/resources/your-pets-dental-care/

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