Arm & Hammer Products Tartar Control EZ Clean Dental Bone & Toothpaste for Medium & Large Dogs
In a Nutshell
- Drastic reduction in the smell could bring this product to a whole new level.
- Only works as intended if dogs are willing to engage with it.
- Not a good product for picky or sensitive dogs.
Quick Verdict
This product is durable but has a strong smell that many dogs dislike, making it less effective for dental care. Compared to previous versions, it's a downgrade in terms of scent
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
The bone can break into smaller pieces, posing a choking hazard.
Prevention: Never leave the dog unattended with the toy.
Pros & Cons
Pros
-
Durable Material (4)
The product is well-made and durable.
-
Good Value for Price (2)
Some users find the price reasonable compared to its durability.
Cons
-
Strong Smell (6) major
The strong smell of the product is a major deterrent for many dogs.
Tip: Soaking in baking soda water
-
Not as Effective as Older Versions (2) major
| Older versions had different scent
-
Small Size Issues (2) major
Smaller sizes break down too quickly for heavy chewers.
-
Toothpaste Compatibility (2) major
Dogs don't like the toothpaste included in the bone and won't engage with it, even replacing it with flavored toothpaste doesn't change the outcome.
Tip: Mentioned soaking it, trying the toothpaste alone, washing in baking soda
Quality Trend: Declining
Changed recently, Happer to review holders where owners are not interacting with the product as much, usually to do with smell and preference of dogs.
neutral
negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Dogs without dental issues or picky eaters — Dogs might engage with the product for a long time due to its durability.
- • Budget-conscious owners — The product is priced reasonably for its durability.
✗ Skip If
- • Picky dogs or dogs with sensitive sense of smell — The strong smell makes it unappealing, in some cases triggering them.
- • Owners of heavy chewers or dogs who need smaller toys. — The smaller sizes break down too quickly, making it unsafe for dogs to be alone with.
Durability & Care
Factors: how long the dog plays with it, size of the dog
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Soaking the product in baking soda water
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Highlighted Reviews
"Very nice product. My three pups still haven’t shown a lot of interest other then licking off the toothpaste . But the product is still a nicely priced and durable item"
"The "bone" portion of this has a really strong smell to it. My dogs won't touch it. I tried the toothpaste on its own and they ran from it. The reaction was similar to alcohol."
Bottom Line
Dogs seem to dislike the smell, which makes it hard to be sure that the product will work as intended, especially for older dogs who are picky about their toys.