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Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Breath Freshener Dog & Cat Dental Water Additive

Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Breath Freshener Dog & Cat Dental Water Additive

By Nylabone 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.9 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
5.0
Design
5.5
Function
6.5
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Mixed reviews on effectiveness and smell
  • Some users report it works well, others find the smell strong and off-putting
  • Issues include cats and dogs refusing to drink the treated water

Quick Verdict

The product has mixed reviews, with some users reporting effectiveness in freshening breath, while others find the strong minty smell off-putting for their pets. The smell is a significant deterrent, with many pets refusing to drink the water. Pros include a minty smell and ease of use, while strong negative mentions include the product's smell and pets’ refusal to drink the treated water.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 44%
Would Buy Again 0%
Avg Lifespan unknown

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Effective for elderly dogs (1)

    Some users found the product helpful in managing their elderly dogs' breath issues.

  • Nice minty smell (1)

    Some users enjoy the product’s minty aroma.

  • Alternative use method (1)

    Users have found creative ways to use the product, such as dipping a toothbrush in it before brushing their pets’ teeth.

Cons

  • Strong minty smell (3) major

    The strong minty smell deters many pets from drinking the water, making the product ineffective.

    Tip: None

  • Cats refuse to drink the treated water (3) major

    Many cat owners found that their pets refused to drink the water after the additive was mixed in.

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Pet owners looking for an alternative to toothbrushes in managing dental issues for elderly pets β€” use other tooth brushing methods

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Pet owners with delicate drinkers β€” due to strong smells negatively affecting pets' intake and potentially leading to dehydration
  • β€’ Owners of multiple pets β€” difficulty managing the water for each pet differently

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan unknown

Factors: smell

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ diluting the mush.
  • πŸ’‘ Alternative uses

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

2.9
9 reviews
5β˜…
44%
4β˜…
11%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
44%
effective breath management (1) Strong smell (3)

Common Questions

Can this be used with cats?

No cats dont drink the treated water

Is the product effective for dental health in dogs?

Mixed, some say not

How to make it less off-putting for pets?

dip brush

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Virginia

"It seems the pups actually like this added to the water and I love the minty smell."

β€” Eugene

"Cats wouldn't touch the water. This product has a very strong pungent peppermint odor."

Bottom Line

This product might be worth trying, but due to mixed and negative reviews and smell concerns, it is advisable to check out alternatives before making a purchase, especially if it's for a pet with an already delicate drinking behavior.

5.9 /10
β€” Below Average