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I once had a veterinarian tell me that if I brushed my Poodle’s teeth every day I’d save a lot of money and heartache when she got older. Good doggie dental habits help to prevent disease.
Do I brush my dog's teeth? Yes. About twice a month. I probably should be doing it twice a day. Why don’t I do it? The same reason I don’t bathe her as often as I should—she doesn’t like it. I know, I know . . . don’t judge. |
But then something easier came along.
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When I first saw Orapup years ago I was amazed that no one had come up with this genius concept sooner. Tongue brushes for humans had been around for a while when this product came to market. Of course, it makes sense that a similar product for dogs would have the same breath freshening effect. In fact, the makers of Orapup also make the Orabrush, so they are experts in bad breath solutions, both human and canine.
You know how you wake up in the morning and your mouth tastes terrible and your breath leaves a little something to be desired? This is because bacteria have had an opportunity to thrive during the night when you weren’t eating, drinking, or producing much saliva. This issue is compounded for dogs because they don’t brush their own teeth and or eat as often as we do. Poor feeding habits can also lead to dental issues. Periodontal disease is a big culprit for bad breath. |
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Enter Orapup. Not only does the Orapup brush clean the bacteria from your dog’s tongue, the Lickies product that is used to entice your dog to lick the brush contains anti-plaque and bad breath fighting enzymes. Neither is a replacement for brushing your dog’s teeth, but the Orapup will go a long way toward helping keep your dog’s mouth clean and breath fresh. If you don’t brush your dog’s teeth you should do something for his dental health. Orapup is easier. And it’s fun.
The wide brush has silicone bristles and a comfortable plastic handle. Your dog only licks the silicone part of the brush. The bristles are squishy and soft. There are four slightly raised “tongue scrapers” that do most of the work to remove the bacteria from your dog’s tongue. They also help to keep the Lickies goo channeled within the brush so it doesn’t drip all over the floor. |
I’ve seen this product in action at pet trade shows. Most dogs go for it with gusto. My Poodle, Jasmine, is a fussy pooch, even with treats. She was wary about trying the Orapup at first. I put the Lickies goo onto my fingers and gave her a treat, then offered her my fingers for a lick. Another treat, another lick. Then I put the Lickies on the handle of the brush and had her lick that. Finally, I squeezed the Lickies into the brush and she licked it. It took five minutes for her to become used to the product. Since then, she runs to me with her tail wagging when she sees the brush. I don’t know if she likes the Lickies or the feeling of the Orapup brush on her tongue, but whatever the case, she is more than compliant.
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After allowing your dog to lick the Orapup brush for a minute or so, rinse it with warm water and allow it to dry. You can also put it on the top rack in the dishwasher to disinfect it thoroughly.
For some dogs, the beef/bacon and chicken Lickies goo might be too sweet to offer every day. I imagine that there are alternative enticements that you could put on the Orapup if you don’t want to use the Lickies all the time or between shipments if you run out. Maybe gravy or broth. I tried organic unsweetened peanut butter as an experiment and it worked fine. |
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I haven’t noticed a big change in Jasmine’s breath, but her breath wasn’t too stinky before I started using the product—and I’d like to keep it that way. Based on other reviews I’ve read online, Orapup can, with regular use, improve doggie breath. That’s all we can really ask for, isn’t it? Dogs have dog breath. Orapup helps.
Use this product as a tool in your varied canine health toolkit. Please keep in mind that if your dog has truly foul breath, he needs to see a veterinarian for a full work up. If his health is deemed to be fine, then I believe that Orapup will go a long way toward sweeter doggie kisses.
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