Tartar control treats and chews alone are not sufficient for effectively cleaning your cat s teeth but they can be used in moderation alongside a daily toothbrushing routine and a healthy diet.
Cat teeth chews.
Many of the smaller treats that claim to remove plaque with their texture are actually small enough for your cat to swallow whole.
It s unlikely these toys would impact common problem areas in the back of a cat s mouth.
Cats typically don t chew on their toys and generally use only their canine teeth when hunting and playing.
At the same time they encourage chewing action and allow a cat to have fun doing it.
Dental treats and chews are specially made to scrub the cat s teeth clean and fight mouth bacteria.
Many cats only begin grinding their teeth when they are eating chewing biting basically doing something with their mouths.
Even if your cat is only grinding his or her teeth very infrequently it s important to take your cat in to see a vet anyway.
When it comes to both treats and cat dental chews the bigger the better.