EPISODE · Jun 2, 2022 · 7 MIN
Introduce the Toothpaste & Brush
from The Kitty Boss · host Cat Lady Justin
Choose a quiet location to minimise distractions. Run warm water over the toothbrush, place a dab of toothpaste on it, and encourage your cat to sample it. If you prefer, you can begin with the finger brush. But, as your toothbrushing skills improve, you should progressed to a bristled brush. If your cat doesn’t lick the toothpaste from the brush, after a dab of toothpaste a treat or on your fingertip. Or, attach the nozzle to the tube and allow your cat to sample the paste directly from the tip. Eventually, you may be able to carefully progress to introducing the toothpaste through the nozzle into the cheek area of your cat’s mouth. This method can gently acquaint your cat to the necessary facial handling involved in toothbrushing. Reward with a treat immediately. This exercise create appeal for the flavour of the toothpaste and acceptance for the feel of the brush bristles. Repeat this procedure daily until your cat will readily accept the toothpaste from the brush. Always reward with a treat.
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Choose a quiet location to minimise distractions. Run warm water over the toothbrush, place a dab of toothpaste on it, and encourage your cat to sample it. If you prefer, you can begin with the finger brush. But, as your toothbrushing skills improve, you should progressed to a bristled brush. If your cat doesn’t lick the toothpaste from the brush, after a dab of toothpaste a treat or on your fingertip. Or, attach the nozzle to the tube and allow your cat to sample the paste directly from the tip. Eventually, you may be able to carefully progress to introducing the toothpaste through the nozzle into the cheek area of your cat’s mouth. This method can gently acquaint your cat to the necessary facial handling involved in toothbrushing. Reward with a treat immediately. This exercise create appeal for the flavour of the toothpaste and acceptance for the feel of the brush bristles. Repeat this procedure daily until your cat will readily accept the toothpaste from the brush. Always reward with a treat.
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