Dental chews will make your dog's teeth healthier for longer periods of time, if they are used properly.
Things to consider: Dangers of swallowing chews, dental care & food, and rewarding your pet.
Watch Carefully - Dental chews need to be taken away from the dog the second they become small enough that your dog may try to swallow it whole without chewing it up any further. Do not let your dog turn your well-intentioned attempt at dog dental care into a choking hazard. Keep an eye on your dog as he is enjoying his dental chews.
Dental Dog Food - Dry dog food (a.k.a. kibble) helps with dog dental care because it is hard and the grinding the dog must do to break it down helps scrape tartar and plaque off his teeth and gums. For an equally effective edible supplement to your dog's daily diet of kibble, feed him some dental chews between meals now and again.
Reward Time - After a successful dog grooming or training session, or after you have finished brushing your dog's teeth, give him a reward for his obedience, like healthy and tasty dental chews.
