Yes! Home dental care is one of the best ways to help keep your pet's teeth and gums healthy. Start as early as possible in your canine friend's life so he or she will become accustomed to having the mouth handled. Use a moistened, soft, pet or child's toothbrush, finger tooth brush, gauze around a finger, or a cotton swab. Pet toothpaste is your best option. Stay away from human tooth paste, baking soda or salt. Use gentle brushing motions to clean the teeth and gums, as you would your own. Most pets will not allow you to brush the inside surface of the teeth, but at least clean the outside (cheek) surfaces. Be sure to reach the back upper molars and canines. These teeth tend to quickly build up tartar. Your pet's teeth should be brushed as often as possible, ideally every day. There are numerous dental care products, pastes, solutions, brushes, chew toys, dental diets, etc. Let your veterinarian or pet care professional help you chose the best products for your pet. Pets that have a significant tartar build up or gingivitis may need a veterinary dental cleaning to prevent serious oral disease that can shorten your pet's life if left untreated.