Option 1 — Hygiene Toothbrush Treatment · £5

The simplest and most accessible dental treatment. A professional-grade enzymatic toothpaste is worked across the tooth surfaces and gum line using a toothbrush. The enzymatic formula actively breaks down plaque even after application, so the cleaning effect continues after the treatment ends.

This works as an add-on to any groom and takes just a few minutes. It is the right starting point for dogs with no significant plaque build-up who need maintenance rather than a deep clean. Book it at every grooming appointment and it keeps surface plaque under control between deeper treatments.

Best for: dogs with minimal plaque, puppies being introduced to dental care, or any dog as a maintenance add-on to their regular groom.

Option 2 — Manual Plaque Removal · £30

This goes significantly further than a toothbrush treatment. Using professional dental instruments, Kristine removes the hardened plaque and tartar that has built up on the tooth surfaces — particularly at the gum line where the bacterial damage begins.

Manual plaque removal works well for dogs with moderate build-up who have never had professional cleaning before. It does not require sedation and most dogs tolerate it well once settled. The appointment takes longer than a toothbrush treatment and is best combined with a full grooming session so the dog is calm and familiar with the environment before the dental work begins.

Best for: dogs with visible tartar build-up, persistent bad breath that home brushing hasn't improved, or as an initial clean before moving to Emmi-Pet ultrasonic maintenance.

Option 3 — Emmi-Pet Ultrasonic Teeth Cleaning · £30 first session, £20 follow-ups

This is the most advanced non-anaesthetic dog dental cleaning available outside a veterinary practice. The Emmi-Pet system uses ultrasonic sound waves to break down plaque and tartar at a microscopic level. The toothbrush head rests against the tooth surface and emits ultrasonic vibrations that destroy bacterial cells and loosen deposits without any physical scrubbing or scraping movement.

Because the cleaning happens at the ultrasonic frequency rather than through physical force, dogs experience almost no sensation during the treatment. There is nothing happening that they can feel in a way they associate with discomfort. This makes the Emmi-Pet suitable for dogs who would resist a conventional toothbrush or manual scaling — including dogs with sensitive gums, older dogs, and those who have previously had bad dental experiences.

The first session costs £30 because there is typically more build-up to address. Follow-up sessions drop to £20 once the teeth are in a maintained state. Most dogs need a follow-up session every 3 to 6 months to keep plaque at bay.

Best for: dogs with established plaque build-up, nervous dogs who resist conventional brushing, owners who want the most thorough non-anaesthetic option available, and any dog whose dental health needs a proper reset.