Linda – The Probiotics Tooth Fairy

Depending on the situation, your dog might really need a set of stairs. Even if getting onto the couch or bed is simple for your dog now, that simple act might be causing a minor strain that can add up over time. And if you’re asking your dog to make big jumps – like into trucks, onto boats or out of pools – you could be running the risk of a serious injury every time your dog makes the leap.

And it’s only natural that as our smiles start to get a little less than the really white-white we prefer, we want to reach for what seems like the easiest-to-use whitening product – whitening toothpaste. But what if that toothpaste is actually making your smile more yellow in the long run? It could be.

If the abundance of sugary treats available at Halloween awakens you with nightmares of tooth decay, you’re not alone – many people think of tooth decay when they see bowls full of candies and trays full of donuts and cookies. But how does sugar cause cavities, anyway?

Aside from potentially saving the life of a very deserving pet, there are many great things about adopting from shelters. Here are just a few things to consider that may lead you to adopt from a shelter rather than buy from a breeder or pet store next time you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family.

Was it the onions on your salad? That cup of decaf after dinner? When you wake up with morning breath, the cause hardly matters. You want the bad taste in your mouth – and the stink that goes with it – gone, and fast, please!

f you like to dress up your pets in their Halloween finest, you’re invited to join the Teddy’s Pride Halloween Pet Costume Photo Contest 2010! All you need to do is send us a picture of your pet looking super spooky (or super cute!) in their Halloween finery by November 1. First Prize – One full year’s supply (for one pet) of Teddy’s Pride Oral Care Probiotics for Cats and Dogs, the simple probiotic sprinkle that eliminates bad breath in cats and dogs while whitening and cleaning teeth.

Researchers at London’s University of Lincoln have launched a new study aiming to reduce the risks of children being bitten by dogs. By teaching children to interact safely with their dogs, Dr. Kerstin Meints and Dr. Nelly Lakestani, from Lincoln’s School of Psychology, say they can help prevent the relatively minor dog bites from family pets.

National Dental Hygiene Month

Healthy Oral Hygiene Habits Are Easier Than You Think

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Are you planning to give your mouth any gifts? We have a few great suggestions!

First of all, give your mouth some quality time. We’re not talking a huge commitment here – just a solid two to three minutes [...]

We’re always looking for great ways to inspire kids to take good care of their teeth, so we were super excited to stumble across this new video created by Uplift Comics.

As much as we love our dogs, there are many things that are perfectly safe for humans that we should never share with our canine companions.