You've probably noticed that your cat has sharp teeth. Whether that was when your normally cute pet ripped prey to pieces (pathetic) or when your cat targeted you while playing (ouch). But what about cat teeth care?
Read all about dental care for your cat here
This is how a cat's teeth work
Did you know that cats - just like humans - are born without teeth? Kittens develop baby teeth around the age of 4 weeks. From 3 months they start changing. As a boss, you don't notice any of that. Kittens usually swallow their baby teeth. From 6 months, cats have their full permanent teeth.
This set consists of 30 incisors and molars. And yes, they are razor-sharp.
Problems with teeth in cats are often plaque and they often suffer from it. If you do not do anything about this, tartar will develop first and later gum inflammation. And that can be quite painful.
This is how you recognize dental problems in your cat:
- Bad breath
- Eat more slowly
- Don't chew on kibble
- Drool a lot
Red or bleeding gums
Your house tiger can suffer from dental problems from the age of three. Good dental care is therefore extremely important. But how do you do that?
Brushing your cat's teeth?
You brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day. Easy. This is a lot more complicated for your cat. Yes, brushing your teeth is a good idea there too. But chances are your fluffy friend will think otherwise. As a result, he sharpens his nails ... on your arms.
Of course you can learn to brush your teeth - with a good portion of perseverance - but fortunately there are other ways to keep your cat's teeth healthy.
Tip 1: Petting
This is undoubtedly your cat's favorite tip is petting the cheeks. The stroking movement stimulates the production of saliva. Because the saliva has a cleansing effect, this cheek massage is a good first step towards healthy cat teeth.
Tip 2: Feed your cat kibble
Wet food creates plaque faster than dry food, because chunks rub against the teeth when chewing. The bigger the kibble, the harder cats have to do their best to get them small. Pay attention! LARGE kibble is only a good idea if your cat has healthy teeth.
Tip 3: Feed chunks in a feeding game
Does your cat eat so fast that it hardly takes the time to chew? Then give the kibble in a feeding game. This provides an extra challenge, so that your cat automatically eats more slowly. And therefore has more time to chew.
Tip 4: Dental treats
This tip will certainly appeal to your cat ... treats! Snacks for the teeth are often extra large and have a special shape that stimulates chewing. Some candies contain ingredients that extra clean the teeth.
Tip 5: Check up at the vet
Have your cat's teeth properly checked at the annual vet check. Vets know what to look out for and can professionally clean their teeth if necessary.
Prevent dental problems in your cat
As is so often the case, this also applies to the health of the cat's teeth. Prevention is better than cure.
Is the smell of your morning breath nothing compared to that of your cat? Then it is time to take action.
In Fokker's range you will find different types of food that are suitable for cats with dental problems.
The high-quality ingredients of the Nutri-Fit kibble ensure optimal healthy teeth.
You've probably noticed that your cat has sharp teeth. Whether that was when your normally cute pet ripped prey to pieces (pathetic) or when your cat targeted you while playing (ouch). But what about cat teeth care?
Read all about dental care for your cat here
This is how a cat's teeth work
Did you know that cats - just like humans - are born without teeth? Kittens develop baby teeth around the age of 4 weeks. From 3 months they start changing. As a boss, you don't notice any of that. Kittens usually swallow their baby teeth. From 6 months, cats have their full permanent teeth.
This set consists of 30 incisors and molars. And yes, they are razor-sharp.
Problems with teeth in cats are often plaque and they often suffer from it. If you do not do anything about this, tartar will develop first and later gum inflammation. And that can be quite painful.
This is how you recognize dental problems in your cat:
- Bad breath
- Eat more slowly
- Don't chew on kibble
- Drool a lot
Red or bleeding gums
Your house tiger can suffer from dental problems from the age of three. Good dental care is therefore extremely important. But how do you do that?
Brushing your cat's teeth?
You brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day. Easy. This is a lot more complicated for your cat. Yes, brushing your teeth is a good idea there too. But chances are your fluffy friend will think otherwise. As a result, he sharpens his nails ... on your arms.
Of course you can learn to brush your teeth - with a good portion of perseverance - but fortunately there are other ways to keep your cat's teeth healthy.
Tip 1: Petting
This is undoubtedly your cat's favorite tip is petting the cheeks. The stroking movement stimulates the production of saliva. Because the saliva has a cleansing effect, this cheek massage is a good first step towards healthy cat teeth.
Tip 2: Feed your cat kibble
Wet food creates plaque faster than dry food, because chunks rub against the teeth when chewing. The bigger the kibble, the harder cats have to do their best to get them small. Pay attention! LARGE kibble is only a good idea if your cat has healthy teeth.
Tip 3: Feed chunks in a feeding game
Does your cat eat so fast that it hardly takes the time to chew? Then give the kibble in a feeding game. This provides an extra challenge, so that your cat automatically eats more slowly. And therefore has more time to chew.
Tip 4: Dental treats
This tip will certainly appeal to your cat ... treats! Snacks for the teeth are often extra large and have a special shape that stimulates chewing. Some candies contain ingredients that extra clean the teeth.
Tip 5: Check up at the vet
Have your cat's teeth properly checked at the annual vet check. Vets know what to look out for and can professionally clean their teeth if necessary.
Prevent dental problems in your cat
As is so often the case, this also applies to the health of the cat's teeth. Prevention is better than cure.
Is the smell of your morning breath nothing compared to that of your cat? Then it is time to take action.
In Fokker's range you will find different types of food that are suitable for cats with dental problems.
The high-quality ingredients of the Nutri-Fit kibble ensure optimal healthy teeth.
