This is common in dogs with abnormal bites (called malocclusion) that cause the teeth to wear against each other when the mouth opens and closes. Tooth attrition most often happens to the canine ...

Start by getting your dog accustomed to having their mouth handled. Gently lift their lips and rub your finger along their gums and teeth. Doing this regularly will help your dog become familiar ...

paying most attention canine in the back of their mouth. Narrator Last tip: chewing alone can never replace regular brushing. Ideally, you should brush your dog's teeth every day, but at least try ...

This is when the mouth is relaxed and slightly open and the tongue is visible, usually somewhat draped over the lower teeth. This is a sign that the dog is content and relaxed. It is the closest ...

Their teeth were given a final score based on how much plaque had built up during the trial. A dog with no plaque or calculus would have a mouth score of zero, so the lower the score, the better ...