[Gus Gus]

My three-year-old dog has always had super-white teeth, so much so that people regularly comment on it. Lately, however, his teeth have been looking more yellow than normal. We brush his teeth regularly, and we haven’t made any changes to his dental routine or regular meals. So, what’s the deal? The only thing I can think of is that we’ve been giving him Benebones to chew on. Would this cause tooth discoloration? Does anyone have experience with this or recommendations?

[Tara Maurer]

Sorry to hear about your dog’s teeth! While Benebones haven’t directly been linked to teeth discoloration, if your dog chews them too aggressively, the friction may cause damage to your pup’s pearly whites. Yellow or brown discoloration typically suggests plaque and tartar buildup. If you’re already diligent with your pup’s brushing routine, it might be time for a trip to the dentist for a thorough teeth cleaning and checkup. You can also replace the Benebone with a dental chew. My dog loves Whimzees by Wellness; we also have a whole article dedicated to best dental chews for dogs.

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