Your cat's teeth is at risk of getting gingivitus and gum disease just as humans do, so it is important that their teeth are looked after after, checked and cleaned regularly just as you would your own. Cat's teeth are also prone to chiping and breaking especially during cat fights so regular check-ups are a must! Tartar on your cat's teeth, if left for a long period of time, will harden and the only way to remove it if this happens, is only by your veternarian where kitty will be put under an anesthetic and they will be professionally cleaned and polished. To remove soft Tartar (plaque), make sure you have clean hands. Hold your kitty's head to the side lightly but firm and lift his lip exposing the teeth. With one of your thumbnails, lightly scratch with one smooth motion from the gum down, to remove the build up. If you look after your cats teeth, then it is recommended to get your veternarian to clean his teeth at least once a year (schedule it at a time when your kitty is next due for his vaccinations!) There is also a range of special foods avaliable to help prevent tartar build up. Ask you veternarian for further advice! If you have a kitten it is advisable to start brushing their teeth from a young age with a special cat toothbrush available at pet stores and veternarian centres. This will get kitty used to the process, and won't mind you doing this when he is older. Be gentle with kitty and make it an enjoyable experience as possible for you both. Cleaning kitty's teeth will help prevent gum disease, tartar build up, teeth rotting and smelly breath. The Complete Cat Care Team have put together a great product, that covers everything from toilet training your kitty to looking after your senior cat! |
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