Hi, currently brushing my dog's teeth with Sentry Petrodex: Enzymatic Toothpaste (chicken flavor) and was looking for an alternative toothpaste/gel. Can anyone provide the specific directions on the label and how often should you use it? Thanks :D!
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This shows that you are commenting on the Tropiclean Fresh Breath Gel product. This Tropiclean Fresh Breath Gel product has indeed proven to work unlike a lot of other products that my clients have tried. I have tried the Tropiclean Gel on my dogs and really like the outcome. But it only works where there is the most saliva accumulated in their mouth. The gel works with the saliva in softening the tarter on the teeth. So, after using this every night and brushing every morning for 1 month as the label directs, I found that this really worked for my dogs' side and back teeth. Unfortunately, because dogs don't salivate around the canines or incisors as much as the side and back teeth, there was not much improvement around those front teeth. Because this product actually works, however, I do give it 5 stars. Not the products fault that it doesn't work around the front teeth, however. Like I said the Gel works with the saliva to soften the tarter on the teeth, and since dogs don't want to constantly drool, they tend not to bring a lot of their saliva to the front of the mouth (just enough to keep them lubricated). You just have to brush. You have to brush every day, because the Gel works at night to help "soften" the tarter not to break it off the tooth. That's where the brushing comes in. If you do not brush off the softened tarter each morning it becomes hardened once again. The Gel helps to soften layer-by-layer of tarter it will not take the complete amount of tarter off of the tooth in one night. After 1 month, my dogs' tarter on their side and back teeth was gone. It was very nice. I still recommend getting a dental done on your dogs and cats, but this will help to delay the dentals or space them out a bit longer in between dentals. This was a long explanation of the Gel, and for that I am sorry, but I hope that it helped at least a little bit.
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My dog is a huge fan-- so much so that it can be annoying. Even when the plastic brush is licked cleaner than a good surgical scrub ,I have to remove it to "high ground" or he would chew it into oblivion. My complaint is the expense-- my fixed income does mean he can't have everything he wants. My Westie would lick it if brushed with cheese spread, peanut butter, grated apple, or bacon grease,but the enzymes would be missing. I'll bet some fear may be part of the aversion .Try placing it around varied places your dog spends time so that it can sniff it out on her/his own schedule. My guy will play catch with it. G.M. My dog is a huge fan-- so much so that it can be annoying. Even when the plastic brush is licked cleaner than a good surgical scrub ,I have to remove it to "high ground" or he would chew it into oblivion. My complaint is the expense-- my fixed income does mean he can't have everything he wants. My Westie would lick it if brushed with cheese spread, peanut butter, grated apple, or bacon grease,but the enzymes would be missing. I'll bet some fear may be part of the aversion .Try placing it around varied places your dog spends time so that it can sniff it out on her/his own schedule.... » Read More My dog is a huge fan-- so much so that it can be annoying. Even when the plastic brush is licked cleaner than a good surgical scrub ,I have to remove it to "high ground" or he would chew it into oblivion. My complaint is the expense-- my fixed income does mean he can't have everything he wants. My Westie would lick it if brushed with cheese spread, peanut butter, grated apple, or bacon grease,but the enzymes would be missing. I'll bet some fear may be part of the aversion .Try placing it around varied places your dog spends time so that it can sniff it out on her/his own schedule. My guy will play catch with it. G.M. « Show Less
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My Vet/Dentist said use no toothpaste. Don't know if it is enzymatic. My cat wanted no part of the toothpaste. I also found that the little brush that slips over finger works best on a cat, they come with a packet of toothpaste.
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My dog was facing a cleaning like yours. I have an older dog that doesn't tolerate being put under well. I purchased Oratene in the summer and by late fall when we had a well dog check up, the doctor said we could hold on the dental. I've continued to use Oratene in all her dog water bowls and it just keeps getting better. I also supplement with greenies...but this stuff works.
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i am wondering the same thing. have you tried this as a substitute for the pet convincer? and how has it worked for you?
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I use it after brushing my teeth with regular toothpaste - sometimes I use it as a "freshner" -- it makes my mouth feel so pepperminty and fresh. If you have an electric toothbrush, it works even better to polish your teeth.
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I have bee using PetzLife on my 8 year old, five pound Maltese for over a year. The only ingredient that concerned me was the grain alcohol. According to my vet, the amount of alcohol it contains is so minute that it would have no adverse effect. If it contains fluoride, it is not listed on the ingredients label. The only change I have noticed in my Matese is cleaner teeth! After using it about a month she started chewing toys again, which also cleaned her teeth. Now I find I only rarely need to use the PetzLife. I am VERY pleased with this product and won't hesitate to use it on my other dogs if it becomes necessary. I have bee using PetzLife on my 8 year old, five pound Maltese for over a year. The only ingredient that concerned me was the grain alcohol. According to my vet, the amount of alcohol it contains is so minute that it would have no adverse effect. If it contains fluoride, it is not listed on the ingredients label. The only change I have noticed in my Matese is cleaner teeth! After using it about a month she started chewing toys again, which also cleaned her teeth. Now I find I only rarely need to use the PetzLife. I am VERY pleased with this product and won't hesitate to use it on my other... » Read More I have bee using PetzLife on my 8 year old, five pound Maltese for over a year. The only ingredient that concerned me was the grain alcohol. According to my vet, the amount of alcohol it contains is so minute that it would have no adverse effect. If it contains fluoride, it is not listed on the ingredients label. The only change I have noticed in my Matese is cleaner teeth! After using it about a month she started chewing toys again, which also cleaned her teeth. Now I find I only rarely need to use the PetzLife. I am VERY pleased with this product and won't hesitate to use it on my other dogs if it becomes necessary. « Show Less
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I have bee using PetzLife on my 8 year old, five pound Maltese for over a year. The only ingredient that concerned me was the grain alcohol. According to my vet, the amount of alcohol it contains is so minute that it would have no adverse effect. If it contains fluoride, it is not listed on the ingredients label. The only change I have noticed in my Matese is cleaner teeth! After using it about a month she started chewing toys again, which also cleaned her teeth. Now I find I only rarely need to use the PetzLife. I am VERY pleased with this product and won't hesitate to use it on my other dogs if it becomes necessary.
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Ingredients as listed on the packing box are: Glyceryl Methacrylate, Polyglycitol, Sorbitol, Cellulose Gum, Dextrose, Mutanase, Lactoperoxidase, Lysozyme, Lactoferrin, Glucose Oxidase, Potassium Thiocyanate, Aloe Vera, Dextranase.My oldest dog has teeth that attract tartar. Six months after a dental, his teeth looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 3 years. Since using this product, he has now gone 15 months without a dental cleaning. There is NO tartar on any of his back or front teeth and only a very tiny amount of tartar on the two fangs. I am EXTREMELY pleased with this product!!!!! Ingredients as listed on the packing box are: Glyceryl Methacrylate, Polyglycitol, Sorbitol, Cellulose Gum, Dextrose, Mutanase, Lactoperoxidase, Lysozyme, Lactoferrin, Glucose Oxidase, Potassium Thiocyanate, Aloe Vera, Dextranase.My oldest dog has teeth that attract tartar. Six months after a dental, his teeth looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 3 years. Since using this product, he has now gone 15 months without a dental cleaning. There is NO tartar on any of his back or front teeth and only a very tiny amount of tartar on the two fangs. I am EXTREMELY pleased with this... » Read More Ingredients as listed on the packing box are: Glyceryl Methacrylate, Polyglycitol, Sorbitol, Cellulose Gum, Dextrose, Mutanase, Lactoperoxidase, Lysozyme, Lactoferrin, Glucose Oxidase, Potassium Thiocyanate, Aloe Vera, Dextranase.My oldest dog has teeth that attract tartar. Six months after a dental, his teeth looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 3 years. Since using this product, he has now gone 15 months without a dental cleaning. There is NO tartar on any of his back or front teeth and only a very tiny amount of tartar on the two fangs. I am EXTREMELY pleased with this product!!!!! « Show Less
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I agree about the sensodyne. I found that if I used the strips after I had been using the Crest 3D whitening toothpaste exclusively, I got sensitivity. So I suggest using a sensodyne type toothpaste for a week or more before using the strips. Then when you are done you can go back to whitening toothpaste. Both the strips and the 3D toothpaste worked great though.
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Hi Lynna,I never heard of of PetVi but I will look into it. Are the ingredients comparable? I would never switch though since we have gotten such good results with Missing Link.
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I have been using this products on my dogs for years. Number 1 get your dogs teeth cleaned and than start using this product. Use it every day and it keeps the teeth cleaner than if you didn't use it. I squeeze a small amount on my finger and put it on their teeth with a circular motion. Also get the gums. Good Luck!
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Have only used the gel crystals. Water and natural extracts, what ever that means. Love the product, but it works for us (with several dogs), so well worth the splurge.
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Yes it is "Enzymatic". The attached www will give you all the ingredients. If you require additional "specifics", you may have to contact the manufacture. The product works, only if you use it. I DE-plaque my cats mouth twice per day, also use the dental additive in her water fountain and also the dental wipes. We use a small child's SOFT brush and store it in a toothbrush sanitizer after each use. We also change her bush monthly, due to her wanting to chew the brush. Hope this helps you. http://www.1800petmeds.com/product.jsp?id=prod10593&sku=11054?AFFID=MS&ID=1082123976&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=bingads&utm_content=bing_plas
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Not exact quote, and laced with my opinions:Put one drop on each side of pet's mouth near the teeth once per day. Brushing helps but, according to directions, is not necessary (I believe it is, for the best dental health). Withhold food for 30 minutes before and after application for best results. After 30 days, reduce application to 2x weekly for maintenance (I would do it every day, or at least brush with peroxide or other pet toothpaste every day).
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OK, as far as I know, there is no yucca or papain in the PETZ LIFE product. (I was most disppointed when Solid Gold stopped carrying the Yucca. It was a great product.). It lists..distilled water, grain alcohol, peppermint oil, etc (see someone answered this). My first dog would not let me spray his mouth with it (had to use the gel). My second dog doesn't mind it, @ all. If I were making this product, myself, it is pretty much as i would formulate it. Any questions, you should call them. I talked to them on the phone, one time, and they were very friendly and helpful. 1-888-453-4682. OK, as far as I know, there is no yucca or papain in the PETZ LIFE product. (I was most disppointed when Solid Gold stopped carrying the Yucca. It was a great product.). It lists..distilled water, grain alcohol, peppermint oil, etc (see someone answered this). My first dog would not let me spray his mouth with it (had to use the gel). My second dog doesn't mind it, @ all. If I were making this product, myself, it is pretty much as i would formulate it. Any questions, you should call them. I talked to them on the phone, one time, and they were very friendly and helpful. 1-888-453-4682.
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Our "puppy" is almost 14 years old and though I have brushed her teeth daily since she was a baby she has lost several as teeth problems are common for her breed. I do think this has helped some what but at her age it is not a miracle cure. She does like the taste though :)