Do You Brush Your Doodle's Teeth?

[Camilla and Darwin]

I have been reading up a lot about dental hygiene for dogs in the past little while. I have read varying opinions on the subject so I thought I would throw this out there. I guess growing up I had never heard of brushing a dog's teeth. I haven't ever done it with Darwin because I hadn't thought about it. The last time we took him to the vet he complimented us on how nice his teeth were, so I guess it's worked out, but will it continue to? Do you find it necessary to regularly brush your dog's teeth or do bones and chews suffice? If you do brush, how often? Thanks!

[Margaret M Pitts]

As a retired dental hygienist I plan on brushing my puppy's teeth practically from day one! Can't imagine neglecting his/her teeth anymore than I did my kids or grandsons. Now flossing is another thing again LOL