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Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Original Flavor Cat Dental Kit, 3 count

Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Original Flavor Cat Dental Kit, 3 count

By Nylabone 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
3.5 /10
Quality
2.5
Value
3.0
Design
3.5
Function
4.0
Durability
2.5

In a Nutshell

  • Users have reported that the rubber bristles break off easily.
  • Some cats experienced severe reactions to the toothpaste.
  • The toothpaste flavor is considered unappealing to cats
  • The overall durability and quality of the product are questionable.
  • Here were large variance in ratings
  • The kit might not be worth the risk of health concerns and potential harm to your pet.

Quick Verdict

The Nylabone Advanced Oral Care Cat Dental Kit has had mixed feedback from users, with significant concerns about safety and durability. While some cats seem to accept the product, others have had adverse reactions, such as nausea and vomiting.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 33%
Would Buy Again 22%
Avg Lifespan 2.5 uses

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Ease of Use (1)

    Some users found the toothpaste taste helped calm their cats for brushing

  • Taste Viable (2)

    Some cats do not mind the paste taste

Cons

  • Adverse Reactions (4) major

    Several cats experienced severe reactions to the toothpaste, including vomit and nausea

  • Bonec is offensive for Cats (1) major

    The toothpaste flavor is toffee flavored, which is not suitable for cats and they do not find it tasty

  • Durability Issues (7) major

    The rubber bristles broke off after minimal use.

Quality Trend: Declining

Several users reported a decline in quality and durability over time

Older Reviews Said:

neutral

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Novice cat owners — Easier to use, not as good of durability

Skip If

  • All Ongoing pet owners — Exposed the sensitivity of their pets

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 2-3 uses

Factors: Use with sensitive teeth

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.1
9 reviews
5★
11%
4★
33%
3★
33%
2★
0%
1★
33%
ease of use (1) Safety concerns (4) Durability issue (3) quality_issue (7)

Common Questions

How are the drug directions for this Nylabone dental kit

The directions on the kit aren't detailed enough for specific cats availability. Check with your Vet before use.

Is this dental kit safe for my cat

The kit has had several adverse reactions reported by cats including feeling nauseous and throwing up.

Highlighted Reviews

— Kelly

"While my cat was not enthused at all about getting her teeth cleaned, I think the taste of paste helped to calm her down and think she was getting a treat while I brushed her teeth. I will use this product every so often. I liked the results."

— Kaili

"Using Nylabone OM Dental Kit got my cat throwed up twice in the first three experiences. Did bit of research would found that it's dog-targeted, I feel terrible"

Bottom Line

Given the high number of adverse reactions reported and the durability issues, this product might not be the best choice for homeowners without any brand-specific vet recommendations.

3.5 /10
Below Average