Short answer: A starter kit bundles products for the hands-on steps of the Petdentist Daily System, such as a pet toothpaste, a soft or finger brush, textured wipes, a dental powder and a water additive, so you can begin a complete routine at once. Choose a kit by species and life stage, read the contents list on the store, and spend the first week on short, rewarded sessions rather than a full clean.
What a kit is for
A kit covers every hands-on job in the routine, so nothing is missing and nothing is duplicated. Kits, gift packs and their availability can differ between country stores, so check the product page for exactly what is inside.
What a kit can contain
| Step | What you might find | Its job |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Clean | Pet toothpaste; a soft brush or finger brush; textured wipes | Cleans along the gumline every day |
| 2. Support | A dental powder with a scoop | Supports normal oral hygiene between cleans |
| 3. Maintain | A water additive; for dogs, a toy for supervised play | Helps freshen breath through the day |
| 4. Monitor | Your weekly lip-lift | Notices change early |
| 5. Professional care | Your vet | Examines, cleans and advises |
How to choose a kit
- Species. A cat kit should contain only cat-labelled products, and no hard chews.
- Life stage. For puppies and kittens, look for finger brushes and wipes. For seniors, the softest tools, and a vet check before you start.
- Size. Check that the brush head and any toy suit your pet's mouth, and weigh your pet for the powder serving.
- As a gift. Confirm the species and size first.
Before you start
Lift the lip and look. If you see red or bleeding gums, a broken tooth or heavy brown build-up, or your pet has strong breath or seems reluctant to eat, see your vet first. Cleaning a sore mouth teaches a pet that cleaning hurts.
When to see your vet
If you notice loose or wobbly teeth, swelling, discharge, bleeding that does not settle, reluctance to eat, dropping food, drooling, pawing at the mouth or any change in behaviour, please contact your veterinary surgeon promptly. Home care supports professional care — it never replaces it.
Your first week
This plan suits most dogs. Cats need a slower start: follow our gentle 21-day method, and add the powder and additive just as gradually.
| Days | Clean | Support and maintain |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | A lick of toothpaste from your finger. Touch the lips and muzzle for a few seconds. Reward. | Start the powder at about a quarter serving. |
| 3–4 | Lift the lip on each side for a few seconds. Run a toothpaste-covered finger along the front teeth. | Add the water additive, with a bowl of plain water nearby. |
| 5–7 | A finger brush or wipe along the outer surfaces of the front teeth, 10 to 15 seconds. | Build the powder towards half a serving. Watch stools and drinking. |
Then keep climbing with our 14-day method.
Safety notes
- No xylitol. Every Petdentist® product is xylitol-free. Never add human toothpaste, sweets or supplements to the routine.
- Cat-safe rules. Cat-labelled products only: no essential oils, phenols or high-iodine kelp, and no hard chews.
- Supervise toys. A toy in a dog kit is for supervised play. Bin it when it is worn or frayed.
- Health first. Ask your vet before starting a powder if your pet has a health condition, takes medication or eats a veterinary diet.
What a kit cannot do
A kit is a routine in a box, not a medicine. It cannot remove tartar that has already hardened or clean below the gumline, and it does not replace a veterinary dental check at least once a year.
Which steps a kit serves
A kit serves Steps 1 to 3: Clean, Support and Maintain. Steps 4 and 5 are yours: a weekly lip-lift (signs to watch) and a veterinary check at least once a year (find veterinary dental care). Petdentist CLUB, our membership in development, will deliver the routine monthly: register interest.