My puppy is like a small child that has to go to the dentist whenever we bust out the toothbrush. She tries to hide and keeps her mouth clenched like the jaws of a lion, but once we start brushing she is really good. I’m not going to lie, when we bought a toothbrush package that had both I thought that the finger toothbrush was a cover for the regular one. We both options now and here is what I have found when using each of them.
| Finger toothbrush | Regular toothbrush | |
| Reach | Brushing in the back isn’t as easy | Longer handle makes it easier to get in the back |
| Control | Easier to feel where you are brushing and offers more control especially with the gums. | Easier to get to the back of mouth with longer handle and dog being fussy. |
| Dog squirming | Definitely harder for a dog that doesn’t enjoy getting their teeth brushed. | Easier to get in there quick and get the brushing done. |
| Cleaning | Felt like this got her teeth cleaner since there was more control. | Bristles do a good job of cleaning but it is harder to feel where you are brushing. |
| Bristles | Softer and easier to brush gums. | Soft bristles that didn’t make her gums bleed. |
| Cost | $7 for a pack of 6 | $8 for a pack of 6 |
Overall, I prefer the regular toothbrush because it is easier to brush her teeth with it. The finger brush felt like it did a better job of cleaning though.
Which do you prefer? Tell us in the comments!