Do cat snacks that are suppose to help clean the cat's teeth really work?

My cat Sweetie is about 2 years old. I know the vet can clean her teeth, but it is a difficult process with anesthesia. So, if these products really work, I would prefer to use them.





Thank you in advance to all who answer this question.

Do cat snacks that are suppose to help clean the cat's teeth really work?
yes hard teeh snacks help to clean the tarter and plaque off there teeth, I would aslo brush her teeth, you can get flavoured toothpaste that she will like and a finer brush, she would be more willing to have you clean her teeth, aslo if you are feeding her wet food, you should switch to dry, and only give wet as a treat once in a while, Wet food is not good for there teeth, the dry however will help them. At Age 2 she shouldnt have any real problems with her teeth, but as long as you do the above you should be okay.
Reply:no they cover it up
Reply:I would also recomend you brushing her teeth about once a week or twice a month.
Reply:I have two cats with bad breath, these two enjoy eating the wet canned food, and people food more than their dry food. I have one cat who does not have bad breath and he prefers his dry food to any other food. Giving them treats helps with their teeth, but keeping a supply of dry food available for them is best. I keep a bowl of dry food out for my cats, 24/7. It not only helps with their teeth, but it gives them something to eat whenever they want it.
Reply:They can help but they're not ideal, you're better off getting her some chicken necks, wings (The web on the wing acts like dental floss) or big meaty bones which naturally debride the calculus from the teeth. Please don't feed a high dry food diet, it can lead to urinary crystals and eventually chronic renal failure. Use raw chunks of meat, that can help stop plaque forming too and keeps gums healthy. Get some premium grade Oral care kibble and mix this in with her usual dry food, that can help too.





There is a small risk of them swallowing bones, however, in the wild they eat entire raw animals and if they're healthy, their stomach acid will dissolve the bones, just keep an eye out for any signs such as diarrhea or blood in the stools.





Brushing with a toothpaste intended for cats, don't use human, it's too strong and toxic to cats, daily will help but often it's easier said than done.
Reply:I really don't know, my friend, but I see you already have some good answers to help you. Great! :)





I came here only to tell you I love cats! I cannot have a cat because I'm living with my parents, to help them, but don't know for how long I'll stay here, so I cannot assume the responsibility of a pet.





Our family always traveled a lot and we moved from one house to another several times, and lived at three different cities (and I lived at one more, London, for some time). For this reason, we could not have many pets. I did had a kitten, when I was a child, I loved her!





I also had hamsters, when I was twenty something. They had tons of babies!! :p





Now, I have a small turtle, with 30 years old. She is easy to take care of and stays with my Mom, when I'm traveling.





I wish you and your cat all the best! :)

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