Hints from heloise

Dear Heloise: A dog beauty tip for brushing my two miniature dachshunds’ teeth: I use an old and worn battery-powered toothbrush. It does a great job, fits in their little mouths and doesn’t hurt their gums.

Be sure you use veterinarian-recommended toothpaste. Mr. Puppy and Ludwig always have sparkling teeth. — Linda Cybulski, Columbia, S.C.

Sounds good if your dogs don’t mind the feeling of a power toothbrush. It certainly can do a better job then a regular toothbrush or cloth. I’ll have to try that with Cabbie, and I’ll let you know. And you are right — only use toothpaste made for dogs. — Heloise