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February is Pet Dental Month, the perfect time to shine a light on something that often gets overlooked, your dog’s dental health. Just like us, dogs need regular dental care to stay happy and healthy, and a good routine can help prevent problems before they start.
The good news? Looking after your dog’s teeth doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. With a few simple daily habits and the right support, you can make dental care part of everyday life.
Why Your Dog's Dental Health Matters
Dental disease is one of the most common health issues in dogs [1] yet it’s also one of the most preventable. Plaque and tartar build-up can lead to sore gums, bad breath and, if left untreated, more serious health problems that may require veterinary treatment.
- A consistent dental routine helps:
- Reduce plaque and tartar build-up
- Support healthy gums
- Freshen breath
- Keep your dog comfortable and pain-free
- Help keep the vet at bay
That’s why media vet and Forthglade Ambassador, Dr James Greenwood recommends taking a preventative, daily approach to dental care, rather than waiting for problems to appear.
“Dental health is a really important part of your dog’s overall wellbeing, but it’s also an area many owners tell me they find challenging. Research conducted by Forthglade found that around 30% of dog owners have never brushed their dog’s teeth, and clinically we know that at least 80% of dogs over the age of three will develop some level of periodontal disease without proper dental care” - Media Vet and Forthglade Ambassador, Dr James Greenwood
What Makes A Good Daily Dental Routine?
A healthy doggy dental routine is about layering small, simple habits that work together.
“Poor oral health doesn’t just affect the mouth, it can have wider impacts on the heart, kidneys, and a dog’s quality of life. That’s why I recommend a simple, consistent four-step daily dental routine: start with a high-quality, natural diet, add one scoop of Forthglade’s Dental Powder each day, brush your dog’s teeth, and include a daily dental stick which can also double up as a reward for good brushing. Done consistently, these steps can make a real difference to your dog’s long-term dental health.” - Media Vet and Forthglade Ambassador, Dr James Greenwood
Dr James' 4 Step Dental Routine
- A balanced, nutritious diet - healthy diet provides essential nutrients to support strong teeth and gums while helping reduce plaque-forming sugars and carbohydrates.
- Dental Powder - Add one scoop of Forthglade’s new Dental Powder to your dog’s food each day.
- Regular Brushed (when possible) - Brushing helps remove surface plaque and supports overall dental hygiene, but we know it’s not always easy, which is why daily dental products are so important
- Daily dental support - This is where targeted dental products, like our Dental Sticks, make a real difference, helping to reach places a toothbrush can’t and supporting oral health from different angles.
Together, these steps help maintain clean teeth, healthy gums and fresher breath, all while fitting seamlessly into everyday life.
Introducing our new Dental Powder: support from the inside out
Our Seaweed & Parsley Dental Powder is designed to make daily dental care simple and effective.
Made with just two natural ingredients, seaweed and parsley, this easy-to-use powder helps support your dog’s oral health over time.
How It Works
A natural blend of green, red and brown seaweed helps reduce the bacteria responsible for plaque and tartar by disrupting biofilm formation in the mouth. Parsley helps neutralise bad breath, while vitamins E and C support gum health, collagen formation and immune function.
How To Use It
Simply sprinkle one level scoop a day onto your dog’s regular food. With consistent use over several weeks, you’ll be supporting healthier teeth and gums, effortlessly.
Key Benefits
- Freshens breath from the inside out
- Supports healthy gums
- Reaches places brushing can’t
- Grain-free and suitable for sensitive tummies
- Vet-approved for extra peace of mind
A scoop a day really can help keep the vet away, when used as part of a regular dental routine.
Meet Our New Calming Dental Sticks: Clean Teeth, Calmer Moments
Dental care doesn’t have to be a chore, for you or your dog. Our new Calming Dental Sticks combine effective dental support with carefully chosen botanicals to help create calm, relaxing moments, especially at the end of the day.
What Makes Them Different?
These grain-free dental sticks are made with natural ingredients and feature a ridged shape to help clean teeth as your dog chews. They’re enriched with calcium for strong teeth, seaweed to help reduce plaque, and calming botanicals including valerian root, camomile and dried passionflower.
How To Use Them
Feed one dental stick daily, ideally during quieter moments, many dog owners choose the evening as part of their wind-down routine.
Key Benefits
- Helps reduce plaque and tartar
- Calcium supports strong teeth
- Calming botanicals help create relaxing, downtime moments
- Grain-free and hypoallergenic
- Vet-approved and behaviourist-supported
It’s dental care that supports both oral health and emotional wellbeing.
Making Dental Care Part Of Everyday Care
This Pet Dental Month, it’s a great reminder that small, daily actions can make a big difference to your dog’s long-term health. By choosing natural, vet-approved dental products and building a routine that works for both of you, you’re giving your dog the best chance at a healthy, happy smile.
Because caring for your dog’s teeth shouldn’t feel stressful, it should feel like part of looking after the ones we love most. Browse our full Dental Range and Dental FAQs for tips on how to introduce a dental health into your dog's daily routine.
