Can dogs use human toothpaste?

Is it ok to use people toothpaste to clean dog's teeth? Dr. Nichol: Human toothpaste would be fine for our dogs except that they swallow it, leading to potentially big trouble. It's not a problem for us humans but a dog who ingests enough of it can develop liver damage. read more

Dr. Nichol: Human toothpaste would be fine for our dogs except that they swallow it, leading to potentially big trouble. read more

Human toothpaste is not edible, which is why we spit it out when we are through brushing our teeth. read more

Human toothpaste should not be used on dogs because it has ingredients not meant for dogs and it foams up. You should only use a toothpaste created for dogs. It will taste like something a dog might be more accepting of and it is designed not to foam up. You can usually get a toothbrush and toothpaste designed for dogs at any pet store. read more

Grown dogs can learn to become comfortable with dog teeth cleaning, but make things easier for yourself by working with your dog as a puppy. How to pick the right tooth paste for your dog. This is very important. Do NOT use regular human toothpaste for your dog. Most human toothpastes include fluoride, which is extremely poisonous to dogs. read more