The 6 Best Cat Toothpastes of 2024

Brushing your cat’s teeth and gums is a vital part of kitty healthcare, but it doesn’t have to feel like a trip to the vet. With a good toothpaste, your feline friend may actually like the attention that comes their way when it’s time to polish those fangs.

We’ve reviewed a lot of cat toothpastes and narrowed down the choices to our top six. These brands are cat approved for their delicious flavors and safe-to-swallow ingredients. Let’s check them out!

Our Top 6 List

#	Preview	Product	Our Rating	Link	Price / Value
1		Pet King Oratene Toothpaste Gel	4.5/5	Check Today's Price	10/10
2		CET Virbac Plaque Control Enzymatic Cat Toothpaste	4.5/5	Check Today's Price	10/10
3		Toothbrush & Toothpaste for Cats & Dogs Teeth Cleaning	4.5/5	Check Today's Price	10/10
4		Petrodex Dental Kit for Cats, Malt Flavor Toothpaste	4.5/5	Check Today's Price	10/10
5		Oxyfresh Pet Toothpaste for Dogs & Cats	4/5	Check Today's Price	9/10
6		Dog & Cat Dental Care Toothpaste	4.5/5	Check Today's Price	9.5/10

If your cat runs when they see a toothbrush, this brushless toothpaste is a fantastic choice as no brushing is required. Just wipe a little gel under your cat’s top lip and your cat will distribute the gel with its tongue. Formulated with Aloe vera, Pet King toothpaste works to soothe and protect your cat’s gums while cleaning its teeth at the same time. Cats that don’t drink a lot of water will benefit from this paste as the formula soothes dry mouth tissue. This toothpaste is safe to swallow every day, and it inhibits the growth of bacteria and plaque in your cat’s mouth.

Takeaways

With its range of gourmet flavors, Virbac toothpaste might make even the most skittish feline run towards the toothbrush purring and drooling. Whether your cat prefers malt, beef, poultry, seafood or vanilla-mint flavor, its teeth will be sparkling after a brush with this toothpaste.

The antibacterial enzymes in this formula inhibit the bacterial growth that causes plaque in your cat’s mouth. Less bacteria means that your cat’s breath will start smelling fresher, which is nice when company is over.

Just be careful that your cat doesn’t eat everything off of the toothbrush before you have a chance to brush, like my cat did.

Takeaways

This toothpaste set is a great value for people that are looking for a cost-effective solution to cat dental care, or for people with more than one pet. The tooth care set includes two tubes of toothpaste along with a dual-sided brush for adult cats and a small finger brush for kittens.

The enzymatic formula will keep your cat’s mouth free from too much harmful bacteria while strengthening and whitening tooth enamel at the same time. Your meat-loving feline friend will love the savory beef flavor of this safe-to-swallow toothpaste.

Takeaways

The Petrodex dental kit is another complete tooth care set that includes toothpaste, a standard cat toothbrush and a finger brush for kittens. Produced in the United States, the enzymatic formula is veterinary-strength and still safe to use at home.

If you’re wondering whether it’s veterinarian approved for your house cat, it is! This toothpaste was actually developed by a veterinarian. Your cat will love the rich malt flavor, and you’ll enjoy your cat’s newly freshened breath.

With no foaming agents, there’s no need to rinse this toothpaste out of your cat’s mouth after brushing.

Takeaways

Fancy toothpaste flavors aren’t every cat’s thing, which is one of the reasons Oxyfresh created its tasteless and odorless pet toothpaste formula. The nontoxic, professional strength toothpaste has absolutely no flavor additives, making it the ideal choice for picky cats.

You won’t need a brush for this gel paste as it can be simply wiped onto your cat’s front teeth. As your cat licks its teeth with the gel, the Aloe vera-infused formula will soothe gums while fighting mouth bacteria.

Although it’s odorless, the toothpaste’s antibacterial properties will naturally freshen your cat’s breath all day long. If you have cats that love to nuzzle near your face like mine do, you’ll notice the difference in their breath.

Takeaways

The Veterinary Health Products program in Canada has distinguished this toothpaste as complying with Health Canada’s rigorous regulations, which means that it’s safer for your pets than other brands.

Makers of this product have formulated it with long-term cat health in mind as well as short-term dental care. Researchers have really done their homework, testing Blustem toothpaste in the lab against other similar products and finding it to be the most effective.

Takeaways

Buying Guide for Cat Toothpaste

Veterinarians have been telling cat owners about tooth brushing for years, yet only about one-quarter of cat owners listen to their advice. In fact, some people outright laugh when they hear that my cat has a toothbrush. Meanwhile, their poor cats are dealing with icky problems like bad breath, mouth discomfort and gum disease. Dental and hygiene problems are not fun for cats or their owners, which is why smart pet owners take dental care seriously.

By the way, make sure you use cat dental treats to keep your cat’s teeth clean day by day without the need to brush them as often.

Start Brushing Early

The first step to brushing your cat’s teeth is starting out early, preferably when your cat is still a kitten. By introducing your feline to the toothbrush young, he or she will think that brushing is just a regular part of life, like using the litter box or having their fur combed.

During the kitten stage, it’s best to purchase a finger toothbrush rather than a regular toothbrush that would be too large for a little mouth. Because kittens’ bodies are still growing, I would definitely choose toothpaste made with all natural ingredients and make absolutely sure that the formula is safe to swallow.

Choose a Flavor That Makes Your Cat Drool

Cat toothpaste comes in many flavors, but some of the most popular ones are chicken, beef, and malt. Your cat may also love seafood flavor or vanilla-mint. If you’re not sure what flavor to choose, think about what flavor of cat food your cat loves the most and go from there. You may need to have your cat sample a few flavors before you discover what they like best, but when you find a winner, it should make brushing time much easier for both of you.

Flavorless paste is a good option for cats that are very finicky eaters, as it is sure not to offend their sensitive palates. If you’re on a budget and don’t want to have to sample a lot of flavors, then going with a flavorless option would be a safe bet. The only drawback is that it just won’t draw the same excitement from your feline as a delicious beef-flavored gel could. Your cat might not look forward to having its mouth poked at if there isn’t a tasty flavor to go along with the experience.

A Brush is Not Necessarily Required

There are many toothpastes out there that do not require a toothbrush, so you can decide whether you want to choose a brushless formula. The convenience of brushless toothpaste makes it a natural choice for independent-minded cats that do not like being poked and prodded. Who could blame them? If you didn’t start your cat out with brushing at an early age, or if your cat is a rescue, it may be too late to get them used to a toothbrush. Brushless toothpaste will simply require one wipe under your cat’s top lip, and your cat’s tongue will do the rest. The powerful enzymes in the brushless gel will hinder the growth of bacteria, fight cavities and strengthen teeth and gums.

If your cat doesn’t mind, there are some benefits to using a toothbrush. A toothbrush can help clear away food pieces or grass that may be stuck in the teeth while polishing the teeth and removing built-up plaque. It’s best to choose a soft bristled brush or a finger brush starting out, as a cat’s gums will need to get used to brushing.

What is Enzymatic Toothpaste?

So many brands are advertising enzymatic formulas, and you may be wondering what’s so special about these enzymes. Enzymatic paste is usually formulated with glucose oxidase, an enzyme that converts to hydrogen peroxide when it enters the mouth. Enzymatic formulas may also contain lactoperoxidase, which is another enzyme that is activated by hydrogen peroxide. Enzymes help kill bad bacteria that cause tartar buildup, gum disease and stinky breath.

An enzymatic product is a great choice for pets because it hinders bacterial growth in the mouth regardless of brushing technique. If your cat doesn’t like to brush or you are unsure if you are brushing thoroughly, it can help give you peace of mind. Even if you didn’t reach every area of your cat’s mouth, the enzymes in the toothpaste are fighting bacteria long after brushing time is over.

Never Use Human Toothpaste For Your Cat

While I encourage spreading the word about the importance of brushing your cat’s teeth, please don’t forget to tell people to use cat toothpaste. Standard human toothpaste is unsafe for cats to use because it is not okay to swallow, even for humans. Your cat doesn’t deserve an upset belly, so make sure the product you choose is formulated especially for cats and is safe to swallow.