Dogs need their dental care, too
Photo credit: AP | Jan Rosen, a veterinarian with the Washington Animal Rescue League, brushes Emmy Lou's teeth. (March 17, 2009)
Q. Our dachshund has terrible teeth and the vet said we must brush them daily. We bought a special toothbrush made just for dogs, but she is terrified of it and when we bring it up to her face to show it to her, she runs away and cowers. How can we get her used to it? --Frank Edwards, Hempstead
A. You actually do not even need the toothbrush at first. As a general rule I have found that just...