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Why should you not brush a dog's teeth with people toothpaste?

It has fluoride and may upset the dog's stomach.

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  1. It has fluoride and may upset its stomach ✔
  2. It is too weak for dog teeth
  3. It stains dog teeth

Why: Dogs swallow toothpaste instead of spitting. The ASPCA says to skip people toothpaste, which has fluoride, and ask your vet for one made for dogs.

Huh, didn't know that: The ASPCA says dental disease can lead to heart and kidney problems.

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Answer: It has fluoride and may upset its stomach. Dogs swallow toothpaste instead of spitting. The ASPCA says to skip people toothpaste, which has fluoride, and ask your vet for one made for dogs.

  1. ASPCA, Cutting Pet Care Costs www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/cutting-pet-care-costs
    Don’t use toothpaste made for people, which contains fluoride and may irritate your pet's stomach.

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