Vivus Fresh Breath Dental Chews - 250 g

VIVUS' Fresh Breath Dental Chews are plant-based and hypoallergenic, making them appropriate as an oral health supplement for some dogs with sensitive systems. The natural active ingredients gently clean the tooth surfaces and help to prevent plaque and tartar buildup, while active ingredients such as parsley and cinnamon support oral hygiene. The chews are soft and gentle for all dogs, including those with fewer teeth, small mouths, and oral pain.

FEATURES

• 100% plant-based, herbal active ingredients
• Formulated by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist
• No common canine allergens (animal proteins)
• No corn, wheat, or soy
• No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
• Gluten-free formulation
• Made in an NASC Member facility
• Made in the USA

BENEFITS

• Minimizes the potential for an adverse food reaction
• by excluding common allergens and using plant-based protein sources.
• Contains ingredients with demonstrated anti-bacterial activity to reduce plaque-forming bacteria on tooth surfaces, prevent plaque and calculus accumulation, improve oral health, and reduce breath malodor.
• Antioxidant support.
• Soft chews for small or sensitive mouths, yet still provide naturally abrasive ingredients to remove material accumulated on tooth surfaces. 

POTENTIAL INDICATIONS

• Healthy dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes
• Small and toy dogs
• Missing teeth
• Poor oral hygiene
• Dental pain

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS PER CHEW (10g)

Green tea extract - 200 mg
Parsley - 200 mg
Natural zeolites - 150 mg
Kelp - 150 mg
Enzyme blend - 100 mg
Cinnamon - 37.5 mg

NUTRITIONAL DETAILS
Kcal/chew: 20

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS (alphabetical order): Citric acid (natural preservative), coconut glycerin, coconut oil, dried yeast, plant-based flavours, rosemary extract, sunflower lecithin, sunflower oil, sweet potatoes, water.

FEEDING GUIDELINES

It is recommended that no more than
10% of daily energy intake comes from treats, snacks, and supplements.

Dog size - Chews per day
Extra small (< 5 kg) - 1
Small (5-10 kg) - 2
Medium (10.1-20 kg) - 3
Large (20.1-40 kg) - 4
Giant (> 40kg) - 5

Natural zeolites and enzymes help clean the teeth, while green tea extract and organic kelp help to prevent plaque and tartar buildup. Parsley and cinnamon leave their breath smelling fresh and clean. 

In addition to the active ingredients, the base ingredients of the chews are consciously selected, including tasty sweet potato and coconut oil and natural plant-based flavours and antioxidants.

REFERENCES

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