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Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste, Dog Dental Chews for Small Breeds, Freshens Breath, Helps Reduce Plaque & Tartar, 12oz, 1 Pack

ARK NATURALS

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Best brushless option for small dogs

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.3(6,344)

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71/ 100

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste, Dog Dental Chews for Small Breeds, Freshens Breath, Helps Reduce Plaque & Tartar, 12oz, 1 Pack

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste for small breeds is the go-to for dogs that simply won't tolerate a brush. High-trust r/dogs commenters recommend it over some competing dental chews for bad breath, one noting a vet was 'shocked at how well it worked,' and the soft-baked chew's ridged texture is designed to clean along the gumline as the dog chews. The retailer average of 4.3 across more than 6,000 reviews reflects a generally satisfied base, and reviewers like the simple ingredients and peppermint smell.

What reviewers liked

  • Repeatedly recommended in high-trust r/dogs threads as an effective brushless option for bad breath
  • No-brush format works for dogs that won't tolerate a toothbrush
  • Solid retailer rating (4.3 across 6,000+) with simple ingredients and a pleasant smell

Where it falls short

  • Multiple high-trust r/dogs and r/puppy101 threads reference a manufacturer safety/quality notice and possible molding
  • Consumer Q&A pages show owners reporting GI upset after ingestion
  • High-trust consensus, including a former vet-clinic employee, is that chews don't replace brushing

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Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste for small breeds is the go-to for dogs that simply won't tolerate a brush. High-trust r/dogs commenters recommend it over some competing dental chews for bad breath, one noting a vet was 'shocked at how well it worked,' and the soft-baked chew's ridged texture is designed to clean along the gumline as the dog chews. The retailer average of 4.3 across more than 6,000 reviews reflects a generally satisfied base, and reviewers like the simple ingredients and peppermint smell.

The cautions here are more pronounced than for the brushing products, and they come from high-trust sources. Multiple high-trust r/dogs and r/puppy101 threads reference a manufacturer safety/quality notice (including concerns about product molding before its shelf life), and consumer Q&A pages show owners reporting GI symptoms after a dog ate one. Just as important, the recurring high-trust consensus, including from a former vet-clinic employee, is that no chew truly replaces mechanical brushing.

Weighing the genuine convenience and positive efficacy reports against the safety-notice chatter and the 'supplement not substitute' consensus, this earns a place as a fallback for brush-resistant small dogs rather than a primary dental strategy.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
4-in-1 DENTAL DOG CHEW
Contains (1) 12 oz bag of Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste for Small Breed dogs. Designed to help fight plaque and tartar with a unique texture and ridges to clean along the gumline. Chewing level is medium to hard.
Helps Fight Plaque And Tartar
Our unique textured dental chew helps reduce plaque and tartar with a chewy toothpaste center that helps polish teeth. Daily chewing and aromatic spices help freshen breath.
Brush Up To Two Times A Day
For best results, we recommend a tooth-brushing regimen of up to two Brushless Toothpaste dental chews per day. For even longer lasting effectiveness, try combining with Ark Naturals Brushless Plaque Zapper.
Dental Care For Small Breed Dogs
Your dog will think it's a treat! Our dental chew is specifically formulated for small breed dogs, 12 weeks and older, between the weight of 8-20 pounds.
Carefully Crafted In The Usa
Our recipe is formulated to provide the most effective results. We never use corn, soy, wheat, or artificial ingredients.

What customers say

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