Ever caught a whiff of your Frenchie’s breath and questioned your life choices? You’re not alone. French Bulldogs are adorable, squishy-faced comedians, but let’s be real—sometimes their breath smells like something Grimly (yes, my Frenchie, and probably yours too) dug up from the backyard… three weeks ago.
Fear not! Today, we’re diving into the ultimate (and hilarious) dental care routine for your beloved bat-eared goofball.
Step 1: Convincing Your Frenchie That Toothbrushing Isn’t a Personal Attack
French Bulldogs are drama queens. The moment you approach with a toothbrush, their eyes widen like you just told them you’re out of treats. Step one? Bribery.
✔ Pick the right toothpaste – It has to be dog-friendly! Try flavors like chicken or peanut butter (because minty-fresh is apparently offensive to dogkind).
✔ The introduction phase – Let them sniff the toothbrush like it’s a sacred artifact. Maybe even smear a little peanut butter on it. Trickery is key.
✔ Brace yourself – The second you try to brush, expect full-body wiggles, dramatic sneezes, and possibly a spontaneous nap attack.
Step 2: The Actual Brushing (Or, “The Battle of the Frenchie Wrinkles”)
You’ve made it past the initial freak-out. Now, it’s time for the real challenge: getting that toothbrush inside their mouth before they turn into a pancake on the floor.
🔹 Go for the back teeth first – These are the prime hiding spots for gunk. Your Frenchie may try to chew the toothbrush. Let them. At least it’s doing something.
🔹 Use circular motions – Or, honestly, whatever motion you can manage while wrestling a 25-pound gremlin.
🔹 The Grand Finale – Finish up by praising them like they just won an Olympic gold medal. Treats are non-negotiable at this point.
Step 3: Chew Toys & Dental Treats – The Lazy Frenchie’s Dental Plan
If your Frenchie treats toothbrush time like an exorcism, don’t worry—there are backup options!
🐾 Dental chews – Because chewing = cleaner teeth with minimal effort. Win-win.
My favourite...emh Grimly's fav!!!
🐾 Water additives – A splash of dog-safe dental rinse in their water bowl is an easy, passive way to help freshen up that mystery-meat breath.
🐾 Toys that clean teeth – Rope toys, rubber chews, and even frozen carrots can help scrub those pearly whites!
Final Thoughts: Embrace the Madness
Let’s face it—brushing your Frenchie’s teeth will never be as effortless as they make it look on YouTube. But with persistence, humor, and a lot of peanut butter, you’ll get there.
So, next time you smell something suspicious when your Frenchie yawns in your face, remember: a little effort today saves you from dental drama (and expensive vet bills) tomorrow!
Now go forth and conquer that funky Frenchie breath! 🚀🐶
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