{"id":1251,"date":"2019-11-13T01:05:41","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T06:05:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/?p=1251"},"modified":"2022-02-11T08:00:55","modified_gmt":"2022-02-11T13:00:55","slug":"how-to-take-care-of-poodle-teeth-the-ultimate-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/how-to-take-care-of-poodle-teeth-the-ultimate-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Take Care of Poodle Teeth: The Ultimate Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Hand-holding-toothbrush-and-toothpaste-with-pet-dog-in-background-2-scaled.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\nWhen\nit comes to toy breeds and poodles, in particular, dental health is\nvital. Poodles are very prone to dental problems as a breed. So, if\nyou plan on purchasing a poodle anytime soon, you\u2019ll need to know\nhow to take care of your dog\u2019s teeth properly. While most pet\nowners have the best intentions, many people that own poodles don\u2019t\nknow how important dental hygiene is for their pooch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you take care of poodle teeth?&nbsp;<strong>There are three things you can do to take care of your poodle\u2019s teeth. You can brush your poodle\u2019s teeth regularly, use dental chews to keep your dog\u2019s teeth healthy and feed your pooch quality food that\u2019s good for its teeth.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since\nthere isn\u2019t a lot of information available on the Internet that\ncovers how to take care of a poodle\u2019s teeth, we created this guide\nto give you a complete overview of what you can do, and how you can\ndo it. We\u2019ll cover how you can brush your poodle\u2019s teeth, use\ndental chews, and purchase quality food to keep your pooch healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"poodles-and-dental-problems\">Poodles and Dental Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently,\nmore and more veterinarians are placing a greater emphasis on taking\ncare of your dog\u2019s teeth. That\u2019s because there are many oral\ndiseases dogs can catch that can cause more health problems later.\nThese types of health problems can be easily avoided if you take a\nfew steps to keep your dog\u2019s teeth clean.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately\nfor poodles and many other toy breeds, their mouths will experience\nproblems if you don\u2019t correctly care from them. Toy breeds and\npoodles have many unique issues when it comes to dental problems.\nWhile toy breeds are prevalent because owners typically wind up with\nsmall dogs that exhibit huge personalities, they all have little\nmouths.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>However, even with those tiny mouths, the teeth of poodles and other toy breeds tend to be much larger compared to different types of dog breeds.<\/strong> That means poodles and toy breeds usually have more dental problems because their mouths are already overcrowded.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When\ntoo many teeth are crowded into a tiny area, there are more areas\nwhere tarter can start forming. Tartar build-up causes gum and\nperiodontal disease. Another reason why poodles and toy breeds have\ndental problems is that their large teeth don\u2019t allow them to get\nbones between their teeth to clean out the tarter. Unfortunately for\npoodles, even slight periodontal diseases can create substantial\nhealth problems in the long run.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"teeth-issues-with-toy-breeds\">Teeth\nIssues With Toy Breeds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another thing you\u2019ll need to know about poodles and toy breeds is that they are known for persistent deciduous teeth. That means that their baby teeth don\u2019t all come out as they should when you compare them to most other dog breeds. While this can happen in several different types of canines, it\u2019s a more common problem for toy breeds and poodles. So, not only do poodles have an already crowded mouth and overly large teeth but they probably also haven\u2019t lost all of their baby teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-style-default is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Many toy breeds and poodles will experience deformed permanent teeth issues during their lifetimes. <\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of them have abnormally shaped crowns or roots, which make tarter build-up more significant, leading to periodontal disease. When a dog has improperly formed tooth roots, it might experience endodontic disease, which affects the jaw bone that engulfs the roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides\nthe many tooth problems we\u2019ve listed here, <strong>toy\nbreed dogs and poodles can also experience dental malocclusions<\/strong>.\nSome dogs are bred to have these issues, like Shih Tzus, for\ninstance. When a dog has a malocclusion, it will wind up with an\nunusual tooth to gum or tooth to tooth experience. Not only can that\nfeel uncomfortable for the dog, but it can also cause dental disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So,\nif you are currently in the market for a toy breed or a poodle,\nyou\u2019ll need to remember that these types of dogs can experience\nmany dental issues. You\u2019ll want to get a complete oral exam\nwhenever you do a puppy or dog health check visit with your vet.\nAlso, you\u2019ll want to start getting into a good oral hygiene health\ncare routine with your dog at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You won\u2019t be able to influence your dog\u2019s ability to retain or lose its baby teeth. However, you can help your poodle out with its potential oral hygiene issues by brushing your dog\u2019s&nbsp;teeth&nbsp;each day. You can also use other products like dental&nbsp;chews, dental&nbsp;wipes, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pet-Additive-Breath-Oral-Disease-Dog-Deodorizer\/dp\/B07KY3Z1BP\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=4DWPGVKSEWXDXN65SNJB&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=94c4379aaf19710144311cb7a607f78f&amp;language=en_US\">water&nbsp;additives<\/a> ( Check on Amazon). It\u2019s a good idea to talk to your vet and get some recommendations about products you can use to help&nbsp;your dog\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"poodle-oral-hygiene\">Poodle Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is your first time owning a poodle, then you\u2019ll need to remember that the most crucial aspect of health care will be making sure your dog has a clean, healthy mouth. About ten years ago, many owners and vets thought that dogs cleaned their teeth from the food they ate. However, since that assumption, we\u2019ve wised up to the fact that dog owners need to take care of their dog\u2019s oral hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poodles\nare very prone to dental issues. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If\nyou don\u2019t give your poodle proper dental care, the following items\ncan happen:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The quick plaque build-up that clings to your dog\u2019s teeth, creating enamel loss. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Plaque hardens into tartar within about three to five days, creating an even more significant problem. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Tarter can sit under your dog\u2019s gum line, and create gingivitis, or an inflammation of the gums, in your dog\u2019s mouth. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Signs of plaque and gingivitis usually also signal some periodontal disease or infections in and around one\u2019s teeth. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately\nfor poodles, once they start developing periodontal disease, that\ndisease can move quickly from their mouth into more essential organs,\nlike the heart and liver, through the poodle\u2019s bloodstream. When\nthat happens, you\u2019ll have some serious issues on your hands.\nRemember, for poodles, infections can be fatal if you don\u2019t treat\nthem. Also, eventually rotten, decayed teeth will fall out, but that\ncauses pain and problems with eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"poodles-and-missing-teeth\">Poodles\nand Missing Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Primarily because of improper dental care, about 80% of all poodles wind up with periodontal disease by the time they are three<\/strong>. Periodontal disease can cause all kinds of problems, like missing teeth and mouth infections that can lead to more severe health problems. If you plan to show your poodle, most clubs allow one to two missing teeth to pass. However, if your poodle has three or more missing teeth, especially in a row, it could be disqualified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your poodle has misaligned teeth, then it has another problem. Misaligned bites can often be too long or too short because of breeding and genetics. <strong>Misaligned teeth happen when a dog\u2019s canine adult teeth grow too quickly when their milk teeth are still in their mouths<\/strong>. When that happens, the poodle\u2019s line of teeth can be misaligned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Misaligned\nteeth are a completely different issue. While misaligned bites due to\ntoo short or too long upper or lower jaws may be due to genetics,\nmisaligned teeth often occur if adult canines grow in too rapidly,\nwhen milk teeth are still intact. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This\nfactor can throw off the entire line of the poodle\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can help encourage proper alignment of your poodle\u2019s teeth be manipulating the top incisors to come into your poodle\u2019s mouth first.<strong> Here are a couple of things to remember about your poodle\u2019s teeth:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>If you notice the permanent upper teeth are coming in before the bottom incisors, don\u2019t worry. The top teeth will hold the bottom teeth in a better position if this happens. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>If the top and bottom permanent teeth are coming in at the same time, your dog may have some discomfort because its teeth may crash together. This issue can make your poodle\u2019s bite undershot, so be wary of this.&nbsp; <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re wondering how you can encourage the upper incisors first, here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Gently wiggle the incisors if they are loose. You should gently shake the teeth by pushing on them lightly with your fingertips one to two times daily. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Remember, you need to perform this action gently because if the roots are still firmly on your dog\u2019s teeth, you can\u2019t push them out.&nbsp; <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The most you can do is to encourage the teeth you want your dog to lose first with some light wiggling.&nbsp; <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If\nyou notice that your poodle\u2019s adult tooth is coming in next to a\nmilk tooth that won\u2019t move, then it\u2019s a good idea to take your\npoodle to the vet. Your vet will be able to pull out a baby tooth\nthat does this to make room for new teeth. That way, you can keep an\neye on your poodle\u2019s developing mouth and help your pooch avoid\nsome oral hygiene issues later on in life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-start-brushing-your-poodle-s-teeth\">When to Start Brushing Your Poodle\u2019s Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When\nyour poodle reaches the age of two months, it will be ready for\ndental care. However, you won\u2019t be brushing your dog\u2019s teeth\nquite yet. Instead, you want to start an oral hygiene routine with\nyour poodle while it is still young. That way, your poodle gets used\nto having its teeth cared for early on in its life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By starting an oral hygiene routine at a young age, your poodle will get many benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Your poodle will get used to its owner touching its teeth, making the process of brushing much easier later. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Your poodle will learn to sit still while you work on its teeth. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Also, your poodle will learn that oral health is part of its daily routine before it ever starts teething. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll\nwant to make brushing your poodle\u2019s teeth a regular part of your\neveryday schedule, just like a walk schedule or a feeding schedule.\nYou want to make this part of your regime with your dog and also\nnever forget to do it. If you start taking care of your dog\u2019s teeth\nfrom the moment you take your puppy home, it will get used to oral\ncare very quickly. So, pick a time of day, and start helping your dog\nwith its oral routine from the first day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By\nstarting early and brushing your poodle\u2019s teeth every day, you\u2019ll\nbe ensuring that your pooch lives a long, healthy life that won\u2019t\nbe full of mouth discomfort. Even if you are doing research on poodle\nteeth and you own an older dog, or you are planning on adopting an\noral dog, you should start an oral hygiene routine right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now\nthat you know why you should brush your poodle\u2019s teeth, we\u2019ll\ncover the three ways you can take care of your dog\u2019s oral health.\nWe\u2019ll tell you how to clean your poodle\u2019s teeth, how to use\ndental chews for better oral health, and how to shop for food that\nwill be good for your dog\u2019s mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"taking-care-of-your-poodle-s-oral-health\">Taking Care of Your Poodle\u2019s Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-examining-the-teeth-and-gums-of-a-puppy-scaled.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to taking care of your poodle\u2019s oral health, there are three things you\u2019ll need to become aware of initially. <strong>First, we\u2019ll cover how you can brush your poodle\u2019s teeth. After that, we\u2019ll cover how you can use dental chews for better oral health, and some food that will help your dog\u2019s mouth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"brushing-your-poodle-s-teeth\">Brushing\nYour Poodle\u2019s Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Probably\nthe best way to prevent oral diseases in your poodle is by brushing\nits teeth. However, brushing your dog\u2019s teeth isn\u2019t always an\neasy process. Don\u2019t get too frustrated if your first few attempts\nat teeth cleaning don\u2019t go well. When you are just starting with\nyour oral hygiene routine with your poodle, whether it\u2019s a dog or\npuppy, you\u2019ll need to introduce it slowly to the idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you\u2019ll need to brush your Poodle\u2019s teeth:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>First, you\u2019ll want to make sure you buy the right type of&nbsp;toothbrush&nbsp;as well as a&nbsp;toothpaste&nbsp;that is made for dogs.  I recommend the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Petsmile-Professional-Dog-Toothpaste-4-5\/dp\/B00OPCW5GG\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=DKSA2N17M342BYY6V77F&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=6b06dacbd00b8a280e04b9b17ae27e73&amp;language=en_US\"><strong>Petsmile Professional Dog Toothpaste<\/strong><\/a><strong> on Amazon.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>You do need to buy special toothpaste for your dog because dog toothpaste has ingredients in them that are safe for dogs. Human toothpaste contains ingredients that are toxic to dogs. So, you should never use human toothpaste when brushing your poodle\u2019s teeth. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\nshould plan on brushing your poodle\u2019s teeth daily, if possible. The\nminimum amount of cleaning allowable is twice a week for most dogs.\nHowever, since poodles have more dental problems than many other dog\nbreeds, you\u2019ll want to try to brush your poodle\u2019s teeth daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As\nsoon as you bring your dog home, you should start your dental care\nregime, regardless of the dog\u2019s age. If you have an older poodle\nand you are just getting started with dental care, it\u2019s a good idea\nto bring your dog to the vet to get a full dental check-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-1-schedule-your-time\">Step #1:\nSchedule Your Time<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First,\nyou\u2019ll need to pick a time of day that will be your everyday oral\nhygiene time for you and your dog. It doesn\u2019t matter if you decide\nto do this daily in the morning or at night. You honestly need to\npick a time that works well for you and your schedule, and that you\ncan stick to every day. As you get to know your dog, you might find\nout that there are certain times of day when providing dental care\nworks well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For\ninstance, you might want to try to brush your dog\u2019s teeth before\nits daily playtime or daily walk. That way, you can clean your\npoodle\u2019s teeth, give it a treat when it\u2019s done with the process,\nand take it out for some fun. Your dog will feel like it is being\nrewarded every day for getting its teeth brushed, so it\u2019ll be more\napt to want to sit through the process, making it easier for you to\nget the job done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-2-touching-your-dog-s-teeth\">Step #2:\nTouching Your Dog\u2019s Teeth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next,\nyou\u2019ll need to start getting your poodle ready by touching its\nteeth from time to time. Before you start brushing, you\u2019ll need to\nmake sure your poodle is okay with you touching its mouth. When you\nfirst start out doing this, you don\u2019t need a toothbrush or\ntoothpaste initially. Most of the time, puppies and even older dogs\nwon\u2019t understand the process at first. Many will think you are\nplaying with them, while others will try to escape the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As you are getting your dog prepared for its daily tooth brushing experiences, you\u2019ll need to start slow.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Try sitting on the ground with your poodle on your lap to begin. Have your poodle\u2019s tummy facing up and use your leg to support your dog\u2019s head.  <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Then, use your left-hand thumb to hold open your poodle\u2019s mouth while you let your right hand touch your dog\u2019s teeth. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>At this point, you\u2019ll just be using your fingertips to rub your dog\u2019s teeth gently. If you have long fingernails, you may need to keep them trimmed down when you are first working with your poodle. You also need to make sure you are touching every tooth in your dog\u2019s mouth, including the back molars.  <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nentire process of manipulating your dog\u2019s teeth only requires about\na minute or two. You\u2019ll need to do this every day for a few weeks\nbefore you can start brushing your dog\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your\npoodle will let you know when it is ready for the next step. Every\nday that you touch your dog\u2019s teeth, you\u2019ll start seeing your dog\ntry to avoid you or fight with you less and less. Eventually, your\ndog will give in to the process and allow you to touch its teeth with\nno fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep\nin mind, it will take some time, and it might be a bit of a struggle\nto get to the point when your poodle gives in to your desires.\nHowever, it\u2019s best to be gentle with your dog when going through\nthis process, and use some baby talk, love and attention, and a nice\ntreat when it\u2019s all over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-3-add-toothpaste\">Step #3: Add\nToothpaste<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once\nyour poodle seems to accept your daily tooth-touching routine, you\u2019ll\nwant to start bringing in toothpaste to the mix before you move onto\nother parts of the process. Remember, you can never use human\ntoothpaste on a poodle. That\u2019s because dogs cannot rinse and spit\nlike humans, and will wind up swallowing a lot of the paste. Human\ntoothpaste can be toxic to dogs, and since dogs typically swallow\ntoothpaste, you can see how this could be a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dog toothpaste is designed without chemicals that are toxic to dogs, and a dog can swallow this type of toothpaste without experiencing any additional issues. You\u2019ll need to be especially careful if you have a toy poodle since human toothpaste can seriously affect&nbsp;smaller dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Source <a href=\"http:\/\/www.allpoodleinfo.com\/toy-poodle\">here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-4-finger-brush-with-toothpaste\">Step #4: Finger\nBrush with Toothpaste<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After your dog gets used to having its teeth touched, you\u2019ll want to switch from your finger to a&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Disposable-Dog-Toothbrushes-Toothbrush-Container\/dp\/B0794GL8TJ\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=canine+finger+dental+toothbrush&amp;qid=1573619061&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=f51d49066ae900fbf028efeaf85bb48c&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\">canine dental finger brush<\/a>. (click to see on Amazon)&nbsp;These toothbrushes come made out of soft rubber and slide right over your fingertip. The brush has tiny knob areas that help brush and clean your poodle\u2019s teeth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When\nyou start using the finger brush, you\u2019ll have to go gently and\nslowly at first. Although your dog is applied to your finger, the\nfinger brush is going to feel different, and that might take a bit of\ngetting used to for your pooch. The finger brush feels harder and\nisn\u2019t as pliable as your fingers, so your poodle will notice the\ndifference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once\nyou start using the brush, you\u2019ll want to add a small amount of dog\ntoothpaste to the brush and then use your one to two minutes a day\ncleaning your poodle\u2019s teeth. It\u2019ll take a week or two for your\ndog to get fully used to this process, and you may experience a few\nhiccups as you go along.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, once your dog gets used to this experience, it\u2019ll be almost to the finish line. After a dog gets used to using a finger brush, a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/VTurboWay-360-Degree-Toothbrush-Puppies-Diameter\/dp\/B0779F8XDM\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=full-sized+canine+toothbrush&amp;qid=1573622383&amp;sr=8-28-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExOUI3NEdJVVRJSlhPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzE2OTc3UDA4SE5VVkhLNVhHJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA3ODk1NDNYUkxUVVpNV0pSNFMmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9idGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=f0e7bf5b8a7fbce4d5986871e11f7f24&amp;language=en_US\">full-sized canine toothbrush<\/a>( click to view on Amazon)&nbsp;won\u2019t feel too differently, and your dog will be ready to move on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step-5-daily-cleanings-with-a-full-brush\">Step #5: Daily\nCleanings with a Full Brush<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/poodlereport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Canva-Vet-brushing-pet-dog-teeth-coated-with-plaque-with-toothpaste-scaled.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll need to get ready to move onto doing complete daily cleanings with a full-sized brush. <strong>When you start working on this step, you\u2019ll want to keep the following tips in mind<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Make sure you purchase a high-quality toothbrush. The best types of brushes are three-sided brushes. They work well to clean a poodle\u2019s mouth. When you are buying your brush, make sure you get a size that will work for your poodle. Different dogs require different sizes of toothbrushes. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>When you use your dog toothpaste, make sure you place it between the bristles, not just on top of them. Get the toothpaste down into the bristles so that more paste will cover your dog\u2019s teeth when you brush. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>You\u2019ll need to hold your brush at a mild angle while you clean your poodle\u2019s gums thoroughly. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>You\u2019ll need to get your dog used to about five minutes per day of daily cleaning. That will be enough time to maintain good oral hygiene daily. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Make sure you start cleaning the top teeth first and then move onto the bottom teeth. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"using-dental-chews\">Using\nDental Chews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another product you\u2019ll want to make sure you have on-hand for your poodle is&nbsp;dental chews. Dental chews offer you an easy way to boost your dog\u2019s teeth. Dental chews are designed to clean your dog\u2019s teeth almost as effectively as brushing your dog\u2019s teeth daily. I recommend  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GREENIES-Original-Regular-Natural-Dental\/dp\/B006W6YHHI\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=canine+dental+chews&amp;qid=1573618112&amp;sr=8-10&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=providdiapr0c-20&amp;linkId=05138686266a2e0afa34f89f12071ec4&amp;language=en_US\">Greenies Original Regular Size Natural Dental Dog Treats<\/a>. Click the product name to see on Amazon.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental\nchews are designed to scrape off plaque and tartar as the dog chews\nthe treat. Also, these types of chews are filled with ingredients\nthat help prevent dental problems, and they also make your dog\u2019s\nbreath smell better. Also, dental chews are very easy to use since\nmost dogs love tasty treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\nrecommend keeping plenty of dental chews in your cabinet for your\ndaily brushing adventures. You can give your dog a dental chew on top\nof brushing its teeth daily once you are done cleaning your dog\u2019s\nteeth. That way, your pooch is getting a double-punch effort from you\nwith teeth cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quality-dog-food\">Quality\nDog Food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>he type of&nbsp;dog food&nbsp;you give your poodle can also affect its oral hygiene. Making sure your dog is getting all of the vitamins and nutrients it needs will help your poodle grow strong and healthy. You want to stay away from certain ingredients, including grains, by-products, and food that can stick to your poodle\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchasing low-quality dog food means your poodle will wind up with more plaque and tartar on its teeth. It also won\u2019t get the vitamins and minerals it needs for its immune system to function correctly. Instead, buying high-quality dog food means you\u2019ll get whole foods and natural ingredients inside your pup. Better food also includes enzymes and supplements that can break down tartar and plaque on your dog\u2019s teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\nNow\nthat we\u2019ve covered why poodles need effective dental care, how you\ncan brush your poodle\u2019s teeth, how you can use dental chews, and\nthe type of dog food you can buy to improve your poodle\u2019s teeth,\nyou should be well on your way to forming your daily regime with your\npoodle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that starting early on will be best when working with any dog. However, whether you are adopting an adult or puppy poodle, you\u2019ll need to use a lot of patience and spend plenty of time getting your dog through the learning process. Once you\u2019ve done that, you can provide excellent dental care and keep your poodle happy and healthy for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"must-have-products-for-poodles-and-doodles\">Must Have Products For Poodles And Doodles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for reading this article. I hope you found it helpful. Here are some products that I personally believe every owner should employ to help ensure the best quality of life for their dogs. These are affiliate links, so if you do decide to use any of them, I\u2019ll earn a commission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But in all honesty, these are the exact products that I use and recommend to everyone, even my own family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=15372&amp;awinaffid=904369\" target=\"_blank\">Lemonade Pet Insurance<\/a>: Lemonade Pet Insurance has enabled me to afford a very high level of veterinary care for my dog, Angus. Even after he was diagnosed with cancer a few years back. Lemonade is a great company, and I can&#8217;t recommend them enough!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/90eeekwns8ljqc2y-1lec6s25e.hop.clickbank.net\/?tid=THINKUP50\" target=\"_blank\">Brain Training For Dogs<\/a>: Brain Training for dogs is an amazing online training program I found that actually helped me to understand and ultimately stop my dog&#8217;s separation anxiety and destructive behaviors when I left the house. This program actually works, and at a small fraction of the cost of hiring a dog trainer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1089164&amp;u=2369283&amp;m=75374\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pet Plate<\/a>: I first learned of Pet Plate when the company was featured on the TV show &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; back in 2016. Pet Plate is the dog food subscription service I use to provide extremely healthy, pre-portioned meals for my dog. Pet Plate gives my dog Angus the highest quality nutrition at a very affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/track.flexlinkspro.com\/g.ashx?foid=156074.1369.401277&amp;trid=1232984.179044&amp;foc=16&amp;fot=9999&amp;fos=5\" target=\"_blank\">BarkBox<\/a>: Without a doubt, my dog enjoys Barkbox more than anything else I buy him. BarkBox delivers a customized box of themed toys, treats, and other products to your door each month. In addition, I like that a percentage of proceeds is donated to local animal shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/track.flexlinkspro.com\/g.ashx?foid=156178.18971.4611686018427507836&amp;trid=1232984.213888&amp;foc=16&amp;fot=9999&amp;fos=5\">Pawp.com<\/a>: Pawp is not insurance. It&#8217;s a membership program that gives you access to unlimited video calls or texts with a licensed vet 24\/7 and includes up to six pets on a single membership! I Purchase this service for my dog Angus and have saved hundreds of dollars over visiting his local vet with questions or more minor health concerns. Pawp will even pay up to $3,000 if your pets experience an emergency situation! Check out Pawp&#8217;s website to see why Pawp can help you save money and increase your pet&#8217;s quality of care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to toy breeds and poodles, in particular, dental health is vital. Poodles are very prone to dental problems as a breed. 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