Helps to freshen breath and fight plaque formation

Bad breath?Good news

Pomegranate: anti-plaque actionSustainable effects which help prevent halitosis• Helps to prevent the formation of dental plaque3,

which is the main cause of bad breath4

Inulin: helps to reduce malodorous digestive componentsHelps maintain a balanced intestinal flora• Aids the activity of health-enhancing intestinal bacteria5

• Contributes to decreased gas production6

Mint and parsley: fresh mouth feelingQuick breath-freshening effect• Reduces volatile flavour compounds produced by bacteria7

The causes of halitosisBad breath, or halitosis, is a common problem in dogs and generally has two causes.

The solution: CooldentHow does Cooldent work? Cooldent contains natural ingredients which help to reduce the effects of halitosis:

Oral causesPlaque and tartar are closely linked to the presence of bacteria and foul-smelling compounds that cause bad breath.

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Non-oral causesBad breath can also be caused by problems occurring away from the mouth, such as:

• systemic diseases (e.g. renal failure, diabetes)

• respiratory disease

• gastrointestinal disorders1

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EFFICACYA fresh mouth – within

5 minutes after consuming8 – which

lasts an hour or more

Heightened activity after a week of

daily use

PALATABILITYUp to

9 out of 10 dogs like the

taste of Cooldent9

SAFETYNo effect on

general health and biochemistry when

1, 5 or 10 tablets a day are taken10

Did you know?g Professional removal of plaque can be a challenge in elderly

dogs – whose breath tends to get worse over time

g Even with daily oral hygiene, bad breath can persist, especially when caused by non-oral problems

g Diseases of the teeth, such as periodontal disease, affect 80% of dogs and result in bad breath.2

References1 Culham N., Rawlings J.M. (1998) Oral malodor and its relevance to periodontal disease in the dog. J. Vet. Dent.; 15(4):165-1682 Niemiec B.A. (2008) Periodontal disease. Topics in Companion Animal Medicine; 23:72-803 Bhadbhade S.J., Acharya A.B., Rodrigues S.V., Thakur S.L. (2011) The antiplaque efficacy of pomegranate mouthrinse. Quintessence Int.; 42(1):29-364 Culham N., Rawlings J.M. (1998) Oral malodour and its relevance to periodontal disease in the dog. J. Vet. Dent.; 15(4):165-1685 Propst E.L., Flickinger E.A., Bauer L.L., Merchen N.R., Fahey Jr G.C. (2003) A dose-response experiment evaluating the effects of oligofructose and inulin on

nutrient digestibility, stool quality, and fecal protein catabolites in healthy adult dogs. J. Anim. Sci.; 81:3057-30666 Flickinger E.A., Schreijen E.M., Patil A.R., Hussein H.S., Grieshop C.M., Merchen N.R., Fahey Jr G.C. (2003) Nutrient digestibilities, microbial populations, and

protein catabolites as affected by fructan supplementation of dog diets. J. Anim. Sci.; 81:2008-20187 Haahr A.M. (2004) Release of peppermint flavour compounds from chewing gum: effect of oral functions. Physiology & Behavior; 82:531-5408 Navarro C., Guerdoux A., Crastes N. (2012) Efficacy of a pomegranate tablet to decrease dogs’ halitosis. BSAVA/WSAVA Congress, Birmingham, UK, April 12-159 Internal data10 Navarro C., Chaix G., Guerdoux A. (2014) Acceptability and tolerance of a new tablet (Cooldent®) designed to fight halitosis. 23rd ECVD

HE

IGHTENED ACTIVITY

AF

TER 1 WEEK OF USE

Fast-working and effective

Instant resultsIn ‘emergencies’ when a quick fix is needed, e.g. in the car or other close-up scenarios

As a one-month courseFor longer-term oral health

Highly palatable Proven efficacyFast and lasting effects

1 tablet a dayAdditional tablets can be given (up to 10 throughout the day)

Virbac pet oral hygiene systemOffers a complete range of toothpastes, toothbrushes, chews and rinses for a comprehensive pet oral hygiene programme.