Arm & Hammer Fresh Spectrum Dental Water Additive, 16.9 Fl Oz, White

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In this section, we’ll take a look at everything you need to know to choose the best dental water additive for your canine. The Limitations of Water Additives Cutting down on the amount of harmful bacteria hiding in their mouth. An abundance of bad bacteria causes tooth decay and gum disease, and seeps into the bloodstream, which can harm organs and trigger disease and infection. The Arm & Hammer Coconut Water for Dogs can be added to your dog’s everyday meals or drinking water to support their dental regime.

Similar to mouthwashes for humans, a dental water additive is used to boost your dog’s dental hygiene. Stabilized chlorine dioxide – When sodium chlorite is buffered with carbonate or phosphate and hydrogen peroxide, it becomes stabilized chlorine dioxide. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), it is a superb fungicide, bactericide, and antimicrobial agent and is also used in public water treatment facilities. Water additives contain enzymatic ingredients that alter the pH of a dog’s saliva, preventing or slowing plaque buildup,” says Klein. “Some products include ingredients like green tea or zinc as well.” TARTAR AND PLAQUE CONTROL –Not only does this dog dental care water additive for pets freshen breath, but it also helps control plaque and tartar to prevent tooth decay and gum disease

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Some water additives include ingredients that don’t settle well on a dog’s stomach. This can cause digestive problems and may cause your dog quite a bit of discomfort. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re dangerous. Just like some ingredients don’t settle on your stomach, some ingredients don’t settle well on your dog’s stomach. Clinical trials have proven that healthymouthTM used on its own will reduce plaque by 71.9 percent and 76.7 percent effectively in two clinical trials. If you want to also give your dog a chew bone, do so. Does peanut butter clean dogs teeth? Water additives do an excellent job of delaying dental problems. This is mainly because they prevent the bacteria from forming and can prevent tartar from binding to teeth. These additives can also prevent the accumulation of bacteria in your dog’s water, acting as a purifying agent. This isn’t a directly advertised benefit of water additives. However, it can be an unintended consequence. Glycerin is another sweetener. While this sweetener doesn’t provide any nutritional benefits, it is non-toxic for dogs. There is no reason to worry about it in moderation. You just don’t want your dog to be eating glycerin all the time. Chlorophyllin is another additive that is sometimes found in water additives. It is commonly found in grass naturally and is a green pigment. It also works as an effective agent to freshen a dog’s breath.

While water additives can help a canine’s teeth stay clean, they do have some limitations. They are not designed to replace brushing your dog’s teeth thoroughly. There is no abrasion in a water additive, so it isn’t suitable for removing the tartar. There are very few that are genuinely effective against plaque and tartar. Most of the time, they’re just suitable against bacteria. Look for the VOHC seal. Once you get the go-ahead, he says to consider pet dental products that have the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) seal of approval. These products have been proven safe and effective in keeping your dog’s teeth and gums healthy. Talk to your veterinarian first.“Before starting the use of any supplements or additives for your dog, consult your veterinarian first,” says Klein. “They will help guide you to make choices best suited for you and your dog.”Freshens Breath- Infused with Coconut Oil and Baking Soda, helping to restore a good pH balance inside your pet’s mouth, neutralising harmful acids and keeping breath fresh for hours