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Tips for Brushing a Dog’s Teeth
Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD on August 28, 2023
Step One: Find the Right Time
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Step Two: Gather Your Tools
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Step Three: Assume the Position
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Step Four: Get Their Gums Ready
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Step Five: Test the Toothpaste
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Step Six: Try the Toothbrush
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Step Seven: Use a Circular Motion
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Step Eight: Focus on the Plaque
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Step Nine: Be Reassuring
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Step Ten: End on a Positive Note
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