petsmileProfessional Pet Toothpaste Applicator Swabs - Cat & Dog Toothbrush Alternative - Dental Care for Small & Large Pets - Cat & Dog Teeth Cleaning - Dog Toothpaste Not Included (50 Swabs)

I have a British Shorthair. His flat face reduces any space in between his cheeks and teeth. Upon his latest visit, the vet recommended we start brushing due to tartar starting. These are great! We use these to brush all sides. Doesn't pull on his cheeks or cause discomfort or gagging. He handles it well. Best part is you chuck them! No clean up!

My Baby hates having her teeth brushed. I bought a 360 degree bristles brush supposedly for cats, but it's the size of my index finger - not at all appropriate for a small mouthed animal. It made it impossible to get to her back teeth and under her lips. Plus, I do not like restraining her as it can lead to distrust. These swabs are the perfect answer to our dental care dilemma. They are small enough to ease under her lips, apply the toothpaste to her back teeth, and clean her canines. She also wasn't scared of them when I showed them to her. I use the Pet Smile Rotisserie Chicken toothpaste with the swabs. One more thing: the swab can be gently cleaned in warm water for use the next night. They are not a single use and dispose item! My sister in law has been a vet tech for more than 20 years and she performs dentistries on cats and dogs. She told me when I adopted my Baby that the best thing I can do for her (and my wallet) is brush her teeth regularly and use VOHC endorsed products, like Pet Smile.

I have tried the cheese flavor and the beef. My dog will tolerate both. However I have to say that I think the cheese one doesn't smell good at all. Really neither flavor does but the cheese flavor is worse. I guess I was hoping for a pleasant smell given I am.brishing my dogs teeth. As for the cleaning I can't say I have seen a huge difference. I have been using for 2 to 3 months now. I try to do it every night. I do like the swabs that this brand sells. It does make it easier to use the toothpaste.

I really don't know if it's working.

good for small dogs with tiny jaws and teeth

Very good for getting dog toothpaste in hard to reach areas

I have 2 TINY 13y/o chihuahua mixes. Semi-toothless. I’ve tried so many toothbrushes, even the electric ones and the dogs would not let me brush their teeth. Found these and while they may not work as well as a brush, the dogs let me use these on their teeth and gums. They even chew on it a bit - of course while I’m holding it. Recently went on a a prescription diet for kidney disease. I can’t find dental chews safe for SMALL dogs with kidney disease and since their food is now a mix of can and kibble, it’s even more important to practice good oral hygiene. These have been working great !

I have been looking for a tiny brush to get in between my small dogs misaligned, tiny, and worn down to the gum line teeth. I adopted this lady last year and tried my best to manage her teeth but given that she can’t really bite down VOHC approved chews were out of the question. I tried a really nice cat brush but found it not tiny enough to get into the smaller spaces. This brush is reusable to an extent and am super excited about it. She also loves the toothpaste which is also VOHC approved.