Dechra Vetradent Water Additive for Dogs and Cats 17 oz

I’ve tried several dental products for my dog, but the Dechra Vetradent Water Additive has been a game-changer. Unlike typical reviews that just say “helps with dental hygiene,” I want to highlight how easy and effective it really is. You literally just add it to your pet’s water, and it starts working immediately to reduce plaque and tartar buildup. No brushing required, which is a lifesaver on busy days. My dog actually drinks the water without hesitation, so it’s completely stress-free for both of us. I’ve noticed fresher breath and healthier gums after consistent use, and it’s suitable for both dogs and cats, which makes it versatile if you have multiple pets. The 17 oz bottle lasts a while, and ordering from Amazon is super convenient with fast shipping and easy reordering. What sets this product apart from others is how genuinely hassle-free it is while delivering real results. If you want an easy, effective way to improve your pet’s dental health without daily brushing, this water additive is a must-have. Occasionally I receive a package that has been leaking but it gets replaced quickly. Ingredients and taste are two things my dog does not seem to mind. Adding this also does not make the water any thicker or anything like that.

After my eldest cat (who came to us with severe dental disease) had to have all but one of his teeth removed, I was determined to find a solution so that no one else would have to go through that. I started supplementing their water with this right after adopting our third cat who also came to us with severe dental disease. I’ve been using this product for two years now and can confidently say that it works! Since starting to supplement their water, my three senior cats have not had to have a single tooth extraction, which has not been the case in the past. I recommend this to every cat parent I know because I know how much money can be saved and how much pain you can prevent just by adding something to their water. We had spent thousands in the past on tooth extractions. This was the only thing we did differently so I know it’s the reason why their teeth are so much healthier now. I’m so glad we know about this product and will use it for however long I have cats (for the rest of my life). Pros: It works My cats will drink it It can be used in water fountains with filters It’s safe for my cats and doesn’t cause stomach upset A little goes a long way It comes with a measuring cap Cons: The only con is that sometimes the smell is a little strong when opening a new bottle, however it doesn’t seem to bother my cats at all and the smell goes away pretty quickly.

I've been using this for a little over a month now. While my dog still has some plague issues, her gums do look better (less redness), and the plague has gotten no worse. We are using the wipes (when I remember) and another brand of dental gel along with it and I still brush her teeth at least twice a week. She doesn't drink a lot of water, so I put this mix in a flush bottle and rinse her mouth after meals (and when she eats poop or something else gross in the yard) - You could say it's kind of like a water pic floss this way. I use 1 teaspoon in a half cup of water as not to have too much waste. She doesn't seem to mind it so I will be buying again.

My vet recommended this for my cats and we have continued to use it ever since. Our cats will not let us brush their teeth so we use this in addition to Greenies dental treats and they have had an improvement in their tarter levels and good dental reports from the vet! Our cats don't seem to mind the taste in their water at all. I would totally recommend!

I have two cats and a dog. Adding this to their water doesn't deter any of them from drinking. Haven't noticed any obvious change to their teeth, but it was recommended by our vet.

I added this to my 1 gallon gravity waterer for my two kitties because it’s been proven to reduce tartar and even though they’re only 2, I’m a vet tech and I know how important dental health is early on. However, I first noticed it started causing mold spots to grow in the bowl by the time the gallon was almost gone. Gross, but not really that big of a deal. I just cleaned and refilled. However, after the first gallon, my kitties decided they were sick of this stuff. They stopped drinking from their water bowl altogether and started drinking from the plants, the toilet, dishes in the sink, etc. So I think, in theory, this would be a great product if it tasted better for the kiddos!

I just love the fact that one of the star options in reviewing this is "flavor". Like imma take a swig LOL. Anyway, my little dog was having some horrible breath issues, we'd taken her to the vet and gotten her teeth cleaned and some teeth pulled, and the stick was back a few days later. Our vet recommended this product and I started mixing in their water "tower"... thing (see photo, I put half a bottle in every other time I fill it, which is every 2 days, I have 2 dogs, big and small. You can also find this on Amazon, it's great for bigger dogs/multiple dogs). Her breath still isn't the most pleasant, but it no longer smells like a port-a-potty. I was worried it may make my dogs sick but they've been using it for several months now and they seem just fine. Downside is this product is really expensive.

Unless you only have one or two small animals, the liquid version of this isn't cost-effective enough for me. I will say that the full instructions for the SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper powder were a bit accessibility prohibitive for me, so I found a way to make it a lot easier! I love both forms of the product themselves. My pets have had no problem with drinking this additive, even my pickiest cat. I did start at half dosage and titrate upwards as I always do for dental additives, liquid electrolytes, etc. There's no smell at all and I suspect extremely little taste, but I also use pretty large dishes or refillable reservoirs... If you go full dosage in a small dish, it's more likely that your pickier pets might have a problem with the sudden change even if it's only slight. Start at half so that if they detect a subtle taste, it's gradual and not suspicious to their instincts. If you suspect your pet may be picky about this, don't let them see you prepare/dose the water! My powder hack is below! Rather than boiling the entire water bowl amounts since I do have larger dogs/bowls and sometimes use reservoirs... I keep the cup capacity and powder dosage on the bottom of each bowl. I add the powder to the empty bowl. I then add a kettle of hot water to the powder, stirring or shaking until it's dissolved into a sort of concentrate. Then I fill up the rest from the faucet, stirring again. This also lets me put the now lukewarm water down quickly. I do first let them settle and check that everything is dissolved, but I also use filters that are compatible with this additive which would catch clumps. Powder hack notes: I've seen Vetradent confirm that the fully mixed powder water can be stored after mixing -- I personally would choose to boil *all* of the water before mixing if it was going to sit stored any longer than my pets will drink it. If you want to store a *concentrate,* just buy Vetradent liquid additive for stability and safety reasons. I only make the "hot water concentrate" during the immediate water refill process!