Are Listerine Strips Safe For Dogs?
Do Listerine strips have sugar?
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LISTERINE POCKETPAKS® Oral Care Strips dissolve instantly, freshening your breath by killing 99.9% of bad-breath germs*. LISTERINE POCKETPAKS® Oral Care Strips are sugar free and available in COOL MINT® and FRESH BURST®.
What happens if a dog eats a breath strip?
If you even suspect your dog might have ingested something containing xylitol, contact your vet, an emergency veterinary hospital or poison-control hotline immediately — don’t wait. When it comes to xylitol and dogs, do not induce vomiting; wait for instructions from your vet or someone at a poison-control center.O
Can I put mouthwash in my dog’s mouth?
Do not use human mouthwash or toothpaste as it is not appropriate for dogs and can be toxic. Do not gag your dog by inserting a large cloth or your finger or toothbrush too far into your dog’s mouth. Work slowly and confidently, to get your dog comfortable with having his teeth brushed and his mouth wiped out.
Is Listerine breath spray safe for dogs?
No. You should avoid using any dog dental care products that aren’t, in fact, made for dogs. In fact, Listerine contains a number of harsh ingredients ranging from methyl salicylate to ethanol and menthol (not mint), all of which can have a negative impact on your dog’s health.J
Are breath mints harmful to dogs?
Breath mints, for example, often contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener that can be toxic for dogs. If you want to give your dog a mint-flavored treat, try your hand at homemade biscuits with a few easy ingredients.S
Do Listerine strips have aspartame?
Ingredients. Pullulan, Flavors, Menthol, Aspartame, Potassium Acesulfame, Copper Gluconate, Polysorbate 80, Carrageenan, Glyceryl Oleate, Eucalyptol, Methyl Salicylate, Thymol, Locust Bean Gum, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Fd&c Green No. 3.
Can you spray Listerine in a dog’s mouth?
No. You should avoid using any dog dental care products that aren’t, in fact, made for dogs. In fact, Listerine contains a number of harsh ingredients ranging from methyl salicylate to ethanol and menthol (not mint), all of which can have a negative impact on your dog’s health.J
What happens if my dog eats a Listerine strip?
Dogs who consume products containing xylitol can develop low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and seizures. In high doses, xylitol may cause liver failure. If a dog consumes large amounts of xylitol, he can even die.O
Will breath strips hurt a dog?
We also don’t advise giving your dog breath freshening strips. Certain breath strips contain menthol, which can be irritating to the tissues of the mouth and the gastrointestinal tract. There are plenty of ways to solve your dog’s breath problem without giving him products made for people.
Is Listerine poisonous to dogs?
Fortunately, the very low level of methyl salicylate in Listerine is non-toxic to dogs. However, Listerine Original has an alcohol content of 26.9%, which if applied directly to inflamed or irritated skin, can be painful. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian before medicating your pet.N
Are Listerine strips safe?
When you use a breath strip, you are actually killing off all the bacteria, both good and bad. This is similar to when you take antibiotics for an infection. If you use the strips too frequently, you can cause a yeast infection to grow in your mouth, which will require treatment.
