Welcome to our TEEF! blog
Thank you for visiting our TEEF! blog! Our team is incredibly passionate about taking the best care of our furry family members so they can live their best lives. This is our dedicated space on our...
View ArticleTEEF! Dog dental care magic
“I just love brushing my dog’s teeth every morning!” Said no one ever. Nobody enjoys the chore, human or canine. Actually, over 80% of dog owners admit to not brushing their dog’s teeth on a regular...
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Dog dental chews – Research required
Common knowledge says that dogs need to chew on something in order to remove plaque and tartar from their teeth. It makes sense, right? Much of the same logic is used in human dental care. Brush,...
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The geeks behind TEEF!
Featured: TEEF! Co-founders, Emily Stein and Lindsey Campbell. (Emily on the left and Lindsey on the right in the top two photos.) Emily Stein and Lindsey Campbell could best be described as “sisters...
View ArticlePet dental health is critical… year-round.
Written in collaboration with Animal Humane Society – 02/28/19 The Animal Humane Society is one of our “give-back” program partners that will receive 5% of our proceeds to help animals in need....
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Pet-proofing Your Home for Poisons
March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month! This is a perfect time to pay attention to items that may be harming our furry family members. There are many common household toxins that if digested,...
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Intern Series: Catherine Billings
Hi! My name is Catherine Billings and I’m the summer intern at TEEF! I’ve been working here for about a month and a half and I have been blown away by the science behind this product and by how...
View ArticlePre vs Probiotic: The Benefits of Both
The general public has long been familiar with probiotics and their many health benefits for gut health, but a newer and lesser-understood nutritional supplement is prebiotics. Although they are very...
View ArticleNational Pet Dental Health Month – Tips & Tricks
National Pet Dental Health month is here – Yay! If we have fuzzy teeth or some food stuck in between teeth, we have the luxury of a toothbrush and floss. But, what if we were physically unable brush...
View ArticleWhat you can do for your dog’s dental health
Gum disease is like a 4 legged stool. The legs that drive this disease are as follows: genetics, microbiome, diet and daily hygiene practices. 1. Diet. Raw is increasing in popularity and it makes...
View ArticleFollow These Tips to Ensure Your Dog Lives a Long & Healthy Life
The connection you have to your four-legged best friend is unequivocal. There’s nothing quite like the bond the two of you share. Whether you’ve been together for months or years, you no doubt want to...
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The mouth as the gateway to a healthy gut microbiome
Every time your dog swallows, they are sending thousands of bacteria, viruses, protists and fungi (microbiome) from the mouth down the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to the stomach. We were always taught...
View ArticleSo, what is the big deal with dogs eating carbohydrates?
A lot! Dogs do not need to eat carbohydrates to live. I find myself feeding my dog, Cashew, foods that have some carbohydrate. Each time, I feel guilty because I know what potatoes, corn, wheat, rice,...
View ArticleBack to school during COVID-19: how does your dog manage the change?
So, you and your family (furry and non-furry) have been social distancing for months and are gearing up for either partial in-person or online schooling. Your pup has likely had a ton of attention from...
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What causes hot spots???
Honestly, we are still learning about the precise cause(s) of hotspots, also known as moist dermatitis. Research suggests there are several drivers of this annoying skin condition, which can come and...
View ArticleAre Your Oral Bacteria hooking you on Sugar or is it the Other Way Around?
Sugar! It comes in many forms and is one of the most addictive molecules known. Most of us think of hard candies or sweets, particularly around the holidays. Did you know that it is in almost...
View ArticleDysbiosis – The Driver of Dental Disease
“Oral dysbiosis” is a microbiology term for having an imbalance in the microbial community that inhabits the oral cavity…in other words, the number of potentially harmful microbes is higher than we...
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