The 'genius' vet-approved item that's solving a serious common problem for dogs: 'These are a game changer'
Bell & Bone's Dental Toppers is a simple spray applied to your pet's meals as a vet-approved solution to prevent dental disease, by supporting gut health.
Approximately 80 per cent of dogs and cats over the age of three exhibit some level of dental disease, according to the Australian Veterinary Association.
More than simply unpleasant breath, this can have serious repercussions on the animal's health and even life expectancy.
But Australian brand Bell & Bone has dedicated years to researching the cause of this common health concern for pets and working on a solution.
Oral health and gut health are closely intertwined, in pets and in people. A well-balanced microbiome is essential to maintaining good digestive and oral health. If this is disrupted, harmful bacteria can thrive in their digestive system and mouth.
A healthy gut microbiome helps to keep harmful bacteria in check, preventing plaque and tartar buildup and reducing inflammation at the source.
Created in consultation with industry experts and vets, Dental Toppers is a powerhouse formulation of oral actives, pre, pro and post-biotics, and superfoods, delivered in one simple step: just four sprays a day on top of your dog or cat's meal.
There are three flavours for dogs: Beef, Lamb and Salmon, and two formulated for cats: Tuna and Chicken.
The spray costs $39.95 for a 30-day supply - which works out to just $1.33 per day.
The natural ingredients formulation combines Norwegian Kelp to reduce dental issues and support gut health, probiotics to balance gut flora and reduce plaque, and antioxidant-rich plant extracts to combat inflammation.
Sodium alginate, derived from seaweed, helps the product stick to teeth and gums while also feeding beneficial gut bacteria.
An added win for pet owners? Improved gut health leads to fresher breath, and often an improvement in bowel movement odour too.
'Over the past five years, I've been on a mission to change how we approach pet dental care,' Bell & Bone Founder Arianne Sackville says.
'It all started when I learned that dental disease shortens a pet's life by up to 30 per cent, and that nearly 80 per cent of pets suffer from it by age three. I was shocked… So I developed our best-selling Dog Dental Sticks and Cat Dental Bites.
'However, with 80 per cent of dogs and 70 per cent of cats still facing dental disease, I became obsessed with uncovering WHY. I was determined to change these alarming statistics for good! I knew we needed to go deeper.
'That's when I began working with leading vets and experts to uncover the real cause of dental disease in pets.
'What we found was eye-opening: the gut plays a critical role in oral health. A healthy gut microbiome helps prevent the overgrowth of harmful bacteria, which is the starting point for plaque, tartar, and inflammation.
'So, I dedicated myself to creating a product that not only cleans teeth but prevents disease at the source— the gut. After years of research, testing, and collaboration, the Bell & Bone Dental Topper was born.'
The product is impressing pet owners, with rave reviews already posted on the brand's website: 'Started using these and already spotting a difference with my boy's breath - truly a game changing product not having to change from his everyday food,' one customer wrote.
Even pet owners with fussy eaters have confirmed the flavours are a hit.
'I was curious to see how he would go since he can be picky with anything new but this topper just went straight on top of his food that he loves with a few sprays and he was straight into it,' one customer said.
'After using it for a month we noticed a big difference in not just his teeth and gums but also his poops didn't smell as bad... and no more stinky breath!
'I dedicated myself to creating a product that not only cleans teeth but prevents disease at the source— the gut,' says Arianne. After years of research, testing, and collaboration, the Bell & Bone Dental Topper was born'
'I am so happy we finally found something that Oscar will eat and that actually works for him thank you so much Bell and Bone.'
'These are a game changer. Started using these and already spotted a difference with my boy's breath - truly a game changing product not having to change from his everyday food,' another shared.
When it comes to food toppers, Millie the beagle has a nose that doesn't lie - she's turned her nose up at three different brands so far!' another owner wrote.
'Then we discovered Belle and Bone at the Million Paws Walk in Melbourne. I was a bit hesitant to try them, given Millie's track record, but I'm so glad I did.
'Millie loves it - no hesitation at all! The salmon and beef topper are a big hit. Safe to say we've finally found a winner. Millie gives this a paws up.'
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