The Ultimate Guide To Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats
What Are Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats?
Dental health is an essential part of a cat's overall wellbeing. Having excellent dental and oral health prevents several diseases from gingivitis to internal infections caused by bacteria in the mouth. Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats cleans the tartar and plaque buildup for a dazzling smile and minty fresh breath!
Feline Dental Disease: Introduction, Symptoms, and Prevention
The most common forms of dental disease in cats is periodontitis, gingivitis, and tooth resorption. Periodontitis starts as gingivitis, and if left untreated, takes the more severe form. A cat's teeth are typically covered with a film that harbors the bacteria gingiva along where the teeth meet the gums.
Usually, in healthy cats, this film can be beneficial. However, if this film, called plaque, is not removed regularly, the bacteria push deeper into the gums. This causes inflammation, a condition we called gingivitis. Uncontrolled, this condition progresses to become periodontitis, which often cannot be reversed.
Periodontitis is when the tissues that connect the teeth, the gums, and the underlying bone are damaged by the bacterial buildup in the plaque and tartar and the inflammation caused by them. This can lead to your cat's teeth falling out, snowballing into many behavioral and health issues.
Tooth resorption can result from gingivitis though it has other causes as well. Here, your cat's teeth break down from the inside. Cats suffering from tooth resorption may show an unwillingness to eat, they might drool a lot, and can become irritable.
Cats suffering from gingivitis and periodontitis will have bleeding gums, signs of swelling in their mouth, redness in the oral cavity, bad breath, and irregularly exposed teeth. The easiest way to prevent these dental issues is to have a regular oral health routine with Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats!
How Do Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats Help?
Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats are designed to take care of plaque buildup and bust tartar buildup on your cat's teeth. Every ingredient in Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats is responsibly sourced and is considered essential to your cat's health by experts in the field.
Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats have a porous texture and shape. This is to allow your cat's teeth to sink into the crunchy product and physically remove the plaque and tartar covering it. This unique shape and texture are scientifically proven to clean teeth and keep them free of harmful bacteria effectively.
Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats are made with 32% crude protein so that it is not unhealthy for your furry friend. Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats also contain added calcium to ensure your cat's bone and teeth health is supported.
Finally, Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats have added taurine, an essential component of a cat's diet. Without sufficient taurine, a cat's organs don't work correctly. Purina's Dentalife is a supplement to your cat's daily nutritional needs. Giving your cat Purina Dentalife ensures that your cat doesn't suffer in silence!
How Many Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats Can I Give to my Cat?
Purina's Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats can be given between meals. This product is not intended to be a meal replacement. Ensure that these treats don't make up for more than 10 % of your cat's diet as they need to be fed at least 90 % cat food throughout the day.
You can feed approximately 17 pieces of Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats to cats who are more than 5 lbs. You should avoid giving these treats to cats who weigh less than 5 lbs. Each piece of Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats is approximately 1.3 calories.
Are There Any Side Effects of Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats?
Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) approves Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats to remove plaque and tartar buildup. These treats are entirely safe to give to your pets, and you should not worry about any side effects. However, you should check the ingredients list for any allergies your pet might have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Give This to My Dog?
You should not give cat food products to your dog. This product will not be sufficient for your dog to remove plaque and tartar buildup. If you are concerned about your dog's oral health, you should get Purina Dentalife dog treats instead.
Does This Need a Prescription?
No, Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats do not need a prescription to buy. You can use this as a preventative to maintain your cat's oral health. However, you should also make sure your cat is regularly checked by a qualified vet to ensure the best oral health.
How Should I Store This?
Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats come in resealable containers, whether you buy the small bag or the large bottle. Make sure you properly close the containers whenever you open them and keep them away from extreme temperatures. Don't allow them to become wet or soggy.
Can I Give This to My Kitten?
Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats should only be given to adult cats. If you are worried about your kitten's dental health, you should speak to your vet about setting up a regular oral health care routine.
How Often Should I Give These Treats to My Cat?
You should give your cat Purina Dentalife Adult Tasty Chicken Flavor Cat Dental Treats every day. It is perfectly fine if you forget to give it to them on some days, but you should ensure your cats get these treats regularly if you want them to work well to prevent plaque and tartar buildup.
