Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Pet Dental Water Additive, Liquid Tartar Remover & Breath Freshener for Dogs, Dog Teeth-Cleaning, Original Flavor, 32 oz.

I picked this up at my local PetSmart store (or PetCo, I always confuse the two) several years ago because my dog is the preciousest being alive and, like every pet owner, I want what's best for him. My vet told me years ago that my dog's teeth needed to be cleaned but I didn't have the $200-300 to have it done. I did notice that his breath smelled better and that his teeth seemed cleaner to me, but the last time I took him to the vet, she said his teeth were wonderful for his age! Good even for a dog much younger, she said! I researched other brands that do the same but they contained ingredients that aren't good for dogs (there's a yellow one that advertises how much more you get for a lesser price, they don't mention you have to use twice as much, though). Being the paranoid freak I am, I didn't even put it in his water bowl every time, I only put it in like every other time. And even then, I used slightly less than the label calls for. Now that his vet is pleased with his teeth (they could still use a cleaning, I'm sure, he's 7 and never had his teeth cleaned), I'm using it a little more freely. This guy is awesome in every way, and will lie down for as long as I need to file his nails, clean his ears, brush him, whatever. He doesn't care. I bathe him, he's fine. I trim the hair around and under his paws, he couldn't care less. I can do any damn thing to him I want, EXCEPT brush his teeth! I tried to acclimate him to as many diverse situations as possible when he was a puppy (as puppy books advise), but every time I've tried to brush his teeth he clamps his mouth shut and won't let me. I've bought doggie toothpaste, I've tried using baking soda (which is actually toxic to dogs, don't do that!), I've tried wiping his teeth with a washcloth, I've tried spraying his teeth with crap I bought FROM the vet (that actually made his breath WORSE), I've tried it all! This stuff works. And he takes it! I ran out and couldn't decide what to get to replace it for a week or two and he started smacking his lips all the time. He would open his mouth and lick around like his mouth was dry. It sounded really gross, like his saliva was too thick or something. He woke me up a few times by doing this (too close to me) and I decided to get this one again, since the others I looked at didn't seem very dog-friendly to me (nor price-friendly if you have to use twice as much!). I put it in his water for two days and he quit doing that! Now, instead of every other day, I put it in his water for three days and skip one. He drinks the same either way. I rather think he likes it because when I fill his water bowl without, he doesn't rush to go drink like he does when I put it in. I'm sold.

Let me share with all of you wet-nosed pet owners a rather elucidatingly telling story about a visit to my vet and our conversation about tartar-removing products. I had been using this product relatively consistently for the past few months with ostensibly no discernible results, to my chagrin. During my dog's annual wellness check-up/exam, I asked my doctor about the condition of my dog's teeth and mentioned that I was using tartar-removal products in tandem with brushing my dog's teeth almost every day. He immediately deprecated all of those products that "claim to remove tartar" because they "don't work," and he suggested that I discontinue usage of these products. (After doing some searching on the web, it turns out that it's not uncommon for vets to decidedly denounce tartar-removal products). My vet added that my dog will likely need to have a cleaning in 1 or 2 years (which entails putting the dog under anesthesia and cleaning her teeth for a couple hundred bucks). Although I was heavily disheartened by the input that the "doctor" had given me, I continued using my tartar-removing Nylabone product as well as Arm & Hammer's "Clinical Dental Pet Care Foam" for the next few days, and GUESS WHAT. After the third day when I went to brush my dog's tooth, I noticed that the HUGE deposit of tartar that had accumulated on one of her canine teeth had COMPLETELY SLID OFF! IT JUST SLID OFF LIKE MAGIC. So DON'T tell me that these products don't work because I've experienced first hand that they do, in fact, work. This is a bona fide testament to how duplicitous some (if not most) veterinarians can be. My mom has continually been telling me that the veterinarian merely feigns affection for your pet and genuinely wants your pet to be alive, but not necessarily healthy, so that the vet can capitalize on the treatments indicated for different diseases/illnesses that manifest. I try to see the good in people and always give them the benefit of the doubt; however, the events that unfolded here evidently indicate that either (1) my vet is an utter imbecile or (2) my vet is, indeed, a sly sleazeball who would rather see my dog undergo expensive treatment that requires anesthesia than see her health improved via substantially safer means (not to mention considerably more economical means). At any rate, I plan on continuing to use Nylabone's "Liquid Tartar Remover" and Arm & Hammer's "Clinical Dental Pet Care Foam" until all of the tartar has been removed from my beloved little doggy's teeth. I've already witnessed prodigious improvement in her oral health; most of the tartar buildup on the right side of her mouth is completely gone, and her breath doesn't stink anymore! I am truly elated at how much my dog's oral health has improved, and once again thoroughly enjoy my dog's kisses. For all those pet owners who don't want to subject their dogs to the dangers of anesthesia or to the risks and complications of using a tartar scraper and attempting to do a superficial tartar scrape, yourself, (which, by the way, doesn't even remove tartar that builds up under the gums), this is what has worked for me: 1. Brush your dog's teeth as often as you can throughout the week--of course no more than once or twice a day. 2. Use this Nylabone product in your beloved wet-nosed cheerful ball of love's water 3. Use Arm & Hammer's "Clinical Dental Pet Care Foam" after brushing your dog's teeth Lastly, don't lose hope, and HANG IN THERE! Just when you're about to give up, stupendous results may lie right around the corner, as it did for me! Unfortunately, I can't tell you with 100% certainty that my success in reducing tartar on my dog's teeth is attributable solely to this Nylabone product, but I can tell you that this was one of three things that I've instituted in my dog's daily care which may or may not have contributed to my success. However, take comfort in knowing this: It IS possible to remove that rank and unsightly tartar buildup via safe and economical means. And remember, don't believe everything that your vet tells you! As my mother says, "They are regular people who are trying to make money and pay off their mortgages. Don't be so quick to put them up on a pedestal." P.S. In light of recent events, I'm definitely going to change vets. If you're curious as to which vet I used to attend, it was "Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital, Resort & Spa." I'm never going to bring my poor pup there ever again. What's worse is that this wasn't the first offence, either, but that's another story for another time.

Ok and will keep using. Does not fix breath but helps

Definitely helps with doggie breath, doesn't completely get rid of the bad breath but it's not as bad. And my dogs actually like the taste!

This is an OK dental water additive - not the best. I had been using another popular brand for last several years (then it wasn't on the market for a little while - they changed the packaging). Meantime, bought Nylabone (less expensive). I follow directions on bottle and use it twice a week -- dogs don't really like it (funny smell). They smell it and then look at me (like I am trying to put "one over" on them - which I am!). Anyway, their breath is a little less "stinky." Other popular product was better and no funny smell. I don't know if funny taste (have to ask the dogs!). I will use Nylabone brand until gone and then go back to more expensive product (worked better on stinky doggy breath).

Keeps dogs teeth clean and breath fresh!

My veterinarian recommended this to me because I was constantly having to have my dogs, 4 of them, teeth cleaned. Very expensive! So I took his advice and tried it. I have been using it for years now and I haven’t had to get any of them a dental cleaning. Their dental health has greatly improved. My dogs like it, I put it in their water and they drink it. There is little to no foaming. That’s it, very easy. So, yes, I recommend this.

Tried this for my dog's breath. She drinks it without issues. It's not odorless because I can smell it when I mix and add it to her water bowl but she likes it. Her breath odor has improved but it's not gone altogether. She's used it long enough daily that it should have suppressed all odor. We'll continue using it until it's gone. Might try a different product if needed.

Una truffa, é literalmente Listerine per gli umani.

This product is amazing! It is the first item that has truly made a difference. My dogs drink the water without hesitation. I couldn’t believe it! I brought one of my dogs to the vet and she even noticed a big difference in his teeth. Breath is better and teeth look good. The only way to truly remove hard tarter is to have a thorough cleaning completed at the vet - which we still do, but this product helps a lot! I have tried many expensive products and none of them worked. My dogs would not drink the water because of the smell or taste of other products. I was surprised to read some of the other reviews where their dogs didn’t like the smell/taste, but dogs are like people - they are all different so some may like it and others won’t. I will definitely continue to purchase this!

Product is as described. Have used for a year now on my dog, and took my dog to the vet for his annual dental check up and she said his teeth are looking better. I have although, also been brushing my dog's teeth and giving him chicken necks to further clean his teeth, so not sure how much exactly this product has aided in the cleaning of the teeth.

Still not sure if this is very effective. Haven’t noticed any real difference but could be something that takes a while to work. Would be quite costly to continue using long term.

Lo compré por que el que usaba antes ya no salía d Amazon y leí muy buenos cometarios. Decidí arriesgarme y vaya sorpresa. Tengo 4 perros , dos chichuahas , un beagle y una cocker. El chihuahua adulto horrible olor de hocico y mucho sarro Las otras perritas son más jóvenes pero con aliento muy feo. Lo puse en su agua y a los pocos días noté que el aliento no olía tan horrible como en otras veces y después de como 8 días a la chihuahua de 5 años no le olía a nada el hocico, no olía a menta ni nada pero no olía feo . Y es que ella le gusta lamber todo y a todos. Al chihuahua de 11 años , que es al que peor le olía el hocico y tiene mucho sarro, ya no le apesta tan severo el hocico. Las otras dos perritas no son de lamber a las personas , pero e notado que tienen más limpios los dientes. Aún no ha pasado suficiente tiempo para ver si realmente ayuda con el sarro, pero al menos el aliento si ayudo increíblemente . Lo pedire de nuevo para siempre tener disponible.