I've looked at their teeth and I see plauque. Should I brush them?
2007-12-20 16:13:35 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Good Luck!! it won't be easy!!! I brush both of our cats teeth but I have been doing it since they were babies.
Nyckee
2007-12-20 16:16:16 · answer #1 · answered by ~Nyckee~ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take the cat to the vet and have its teeth cleaned. They will have to immobilize the cat with gas or something else, but the cat will be fine afterward. Also, after having its teeth cleaned, buy a good cat's tooth brush and do brush its teeth at least a couple of times a week. Also, give the cat fish with bones so that it can use its teeth to get its food.
2007-12-21 00:45:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, have them checked by a vet. Unless it's horrendous in there, you can probably wait for your cat's next checkup. The vet will tell you whether/when a cleaning is in order.
That needs to be done by the vet - you cannot tackle it. But if your cat is ok with you in his or her mouth, you could try to pop some of the plaque off. But unless you really know what you're doing, I wouldn't bother.
But in the meantime, by all means start brushing the teeth. It won't do much good for what's already there but it will stop the problem getting much worse.
Other things you can consider to ensure good dental health in the future are to add dental supplements to the food, make sure you're feeding a good quality food that is GRAINLESS or nearly so, or offer raw chicken necks.
2007-12-21 09:28:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure, you can try to brush the cats' teeth, but your best bet is to take them to a vet and have them professionally cleaned. Yes, it will cost you money, but it's for the greater benefit of the cat. You can ask your vet about preventative care when you take the kitties in for the dental procedure. There are products that, although not as effective as regular brushing, will help minimize the buildup of plaque and tarter and are a heck of a lot safer than trying to stick your hands in the cat's mouth.
2007-12-21 00:27:19 · answer #4 · answered by BunnuvaSitch 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go buy a pet toothbrush and paste and brush. The thing that makes it easier is that when you find a paste the cat likes, they won't mind as much. If it's a kitten, you won't have any problem.
Domestic cats are pets and some need teeh brusing more than others. I am confused as to why people don't want you to brush his teeth. ??
2007-12-21 17:09:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never brush my cat's teeth. She eats RAW chicken necks a hearts,and liver. The necks scrape away plaque.
2007-12-21 10:50:11 · answer #6 · answered by Jorjor 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can brush your kitty's teeth. It is never too late to start practicing good dental health.
Here is a video to give you more information and helpful hints.
Purrs to you and kitty.
2007-12-21 00:44:55 · answer #7 · answered by Patty O 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Domesticated cats do not get the natural cleansing that happens from chewing on bone. It's best to have your vet do it first, though.
2007-12-21 00:16:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you want to try this, on an adult cat that has never had it done before ... I recommend buying chain mail and a lot of bandages and iodine before beginning.
2007-12-21 00:16:44 · answer #9 · answered by don_sv_az 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes!
Just dont brush with tooth paste that will poisin them but use water and scrub good....
ive done it before
2007-12-21 00:16:12 · answer #10 · answered by xxmnmxx 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋