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Deegan's mom · 02-04-2009, 07:12 PM

I'm looking for a way to keep plaque and tartar at bay for my two boys. I was using the C.E.T. Gel until I realized that is contains xylitol (not listed in the english ingedients, only the french side??). What have you found works best on your babies? Price doesn't matter - if it will prevent them from having to be put under for a cleaning, it's well worth the money. So which is your favorite brand?

Gracie2006 · 02-04-2009, 07:37 PM

We use Suzies Tartar control liquid added to their water.

jlafred · 02-04-2009, 08:47 PM

I use C.E.T. but it is a paste not a gel and is vanilla mint flavored.

Amanda7 · 02-04-2009, 09:41 PM

I've been using Petzlife for about 18 months now. Snickers had a little more build-up than Baxter, and I did see an improvement in a few weeks. Now both their teeth are white and clean, and I use it for maintenance 2-3 times a week.

We've never had any problems with it, and it's the only product I've used.

Ellie May · 02-05-2009, 06:49 AM

I use CET toothpaste but as far as I know, it does not contain xylitol (or I wouldn't use it). Their water additive does contain it though. One of the ingredients in the paste is sorbitol which has been reported as safe for dogs.

ARCHIE · 02-05-2009, 06:50 AM

I have been using Petzlife on Buddy for several years.
Wouldn't be without it. He is 5 now and his teeth are as
white and his gums pink as can be. Our vet stated he has
never seen any dog with teeth like Buddy at this age.
Yayyyyyyyyyyy for Petzlife!

tumismom · 02-05-2009, 07:00 AM

we use CET tooth paste to brush daily and use Petzlife 2x a week. My girls teeth are sparkly white. I guess the main thing is to brush daily. There is no such thing as miracle product.

You dont see results right away but you will after a month or two.

xoxodoglover89 · 02-05-2009, 09:49 AM

I just started using Proden Plaque Off. It's a powder that you add to their food. I've only been using it for about a week and I know things take time, but her teeth are already getting pretty white. So far so good!

Potter · 02-05-2009, 05:30 PM

I just brush Pao with Petrodex Poultry flavour for toothpaste because that is what Pao likes best but I also have the Petzlife Gel and another bottle of oral care liquid that you mix in water. I find that daily brushing is not really enough. It controls the tartar but is not as white as I would like it to be. I am going to start using the Petzlife again.

SweetPea53 · 02-05-2009, 05:50 PM

I have been using the Cool and Clear Dental Care from Triolgy, but have just read that it isn't being manufactured anymore

zoeybear · 02-05-2009, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ARCHIE

I have been using Petzlife on Buddy for several years.
Wouldn't be without it. He is 5 now and his teeth are as
white and his gums pink as can be. Our vet stated he has
never seen any dog with teeth like Buddy at this age.
Yayyyyyyyyyyy for Petzlife!

Do you brush, or just apply it with your fingers?

Roseanderson · 02-06-2009, 06:20 PM

I have used Leba III and one of my yorkies still got buildup on his teeth and it is so expensive. So now I brush with CET toothpaste their teeth look fine but I'll hear what the vet says at my next visit. I do believe that yorkie tooth problems are hereditary and while some methods work for some they may not work for others.

wishies · 02-07-2009, 06:07 PM

CET

Ellie May · 02-07-2009, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ellie May

I use CET toothpaste but as far as I know, it does not contain xylitol (or I wouldn't use it). Their water additive does contain it though. One of the ingredients in the paste is sorbitol which has been reported as safe for dogs.

I wanted to edit my post to add that the vet just told me Ellie's teeth look fantastic for being cleaned 16 months ago. For having had severe periodontal disease and osteomyelitis, eating the dreaded

soft textured food and chewing no bones whatsoever, they look really good. We brush daily, floss at least weekly and use OraVet weekly.

Yorkieblessed · 02-08-2009, 11:25 AM

Also do you the gel or spray..both?

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoeybear

Do you brush, or just apply it with your fingers?

View Poll Results: What brand works best to keep plaque & tartar at bay?
PetzLife	18	42.86%
Leba III	2	4.76%
Proden Plaque	3	7.14%
Teeth for Life	3	7.14%
C.E.T. Gel	6	14.29%
Other - please explain	10	23.81%
Voters: 42. You may not vote on this poll

02-04-2009, 07:12 PM	#1
Deegan's mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 1,271	Best Plaque & Tartar Preventative I'm looking for a way to keep plaque and tartar at bay for my two boys. I was using the C.E.T. Gel until I realized that is contains xylitol (not listed in the english ingedients, only the french side??). What have you found works best on your babies? Price doesn't matter - if it will prevent them from having to be put under for a cleaning, it's well worth the money. So which is your favorite brand? __________________ Jayde, Deegan & Trooper ~Be the change you wish to see in the world - Adopt a rescue pet~

02-04-2009, 07:37 PM	#2
Gracie2006 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sequim, Wa Posts: 4,541	We use Suzies Tartar control liquid added to their water. __________________ Gracie loves Bailey. Holly loves Tucker. Proud member of the YT Gracie Girls.

02-04-2009, 08:47 PM	#3
jlafred YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Seaford,Delaware Posts: 402	I use C.E.T. but it is a paste not a gel and is vanilla mint flavored. __________________ Luv my Sassy girl

02-04-2009, 09:41 PM	#4
Amanda7 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Northern New York Posts: 1,307	I've been using Petzlife for about 18 months now. Snickers had a little more build-up than Baxter, and I did see an improvement in a few weeks. Now both their teeth are white and clean, and I use it for maintenance 2-3 times a week. We've never had any problems with it, and it's the only product I've used. __________________ Snickers & Baxter Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened. Last edited by Amanda7; 02-04-2009 at 09:43 PM.

02-05-2009, 06:49 AM	#5
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	I use CET toothpaste but as far as I know, it does not contain xylitol (or I wouldn't use it). Their water additive does contain it though. One of the ingredients in the paste is sorbitol which has been reported as safe for dogs. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

02-05-2009, 06:50 AM	#6
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	I have been using Petzlife on Buddy for several years. Wouldn't be without it. He is 5 now and his teeth are as white and his gums pink as can be. Our vet stated he has never seen any dog with teeth like Buddy at this age. Yayyyyyyyyyyy for Petzlife!

02-05-2009, 07:00 AM	#7
tumismom Owned by Tumi & Gracie Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 2,321	we use CET tooth paste to brush daily and use Petzlife 2x a week. My girls teeth are sparkly white. I guess the main thing is to brush daily. There is no such thing as miracle product. You dont see results right away but you will after a month or two. __________________ PROUD MOMMY OF MS.TUMI,MS.TSUBI AND MS.GRACIE! I LOVE MY BABY GIRLS!! PROUD MEMBER OF THE CRAZY CLUB!

02-05-2009, 09:49 AM	#8
xoxodoglover89 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 747	I just started using Proden Plaque Off. It's a powder that you add to their food. I've only been using it for about a week and I know things take time, but her teeth are already getting pretty white. So far so good!

02-05-2009, 05:30 PM	#9
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	I just brush Pao with Petrodex Poultry flavour for toothpaste because that is what Pao likes best but I also have the Petzlife Gel and another bottle of oral care liquid that you mix in water. I find that daily brushing is not really enough. It controls the tartar but is not as white as I would like it to be. I am going to start using the Petzlife again. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."

02-05-2009, 05:50 PM	#10
SweetPea53 ~Izzie~ My Lil' Sweetie Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: So. California (Santa Clarita) Posts: 2,348	I have been using the Cool and Clear Dental Care from Triolgy, but have just read that it isn't being manufactured anymore __________________ Don't Worry, Be Happy

02-06-2009, 06:20 PM	#12
Roseanderson Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ajax, On, Canada Posts: 210	I have used Leba III and one of my yorkies still got buildup on his teeth and it is so expensive. So now I brush with CET toothpaste their teeth look fine but I'll hear what the vet says at my next visit. I do believe that yorkie tooth problems are hereditary and while some methods work for some they may not work for others. __________________ Mommy to the stars Diddy and J'lo

02-07-2009, 06:07 PM	#13
wishies Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: so cali Posts: 223	CET __________________ Mooselove <3