Originally Posted by litacats

if the cats teeth need cleaning then that is what should happen they like us can get sore gums from plaque and can get to a point where they may need to have some teeth removed to make life more comfortable for them,
I Give my cats chicken necks to eats as the fine bones clean the teeth and are small enough not to cause problems plus they are full of calcium and we all need calcium. nine years of age is not very old and they only need a light anesthetic to have the teeth cleaned

Originally Posted by bodie358

RAW ONLY !!!! Do not give any animal cooked bones, they become brittle and can cause problems. The raw chicken bones are fine but you may find that your cat won't touch them (mine wouldnt).

Originally Posted by bodie358

The Plaque Attack is great but it is expensive - about $50. However, still a lot cheaper than the vet and no worries about the anesthetic.

Originally Posted by DebsShelties

I found Plaque Blast at Petsmart for $10, got 2 bottles, you activate it and use on dogs or cats.
It's worth a try. I also found some freeze dried fish chews for cats that helps break up the tarter, stinks - cats seem to like it though.

Originally Posted by feline fanatic

Wild carnvores (both feline and canine) eat their prey's stomach and stomach contents which usually contain vegetable matter and grains. So evolution does dictate a certain amount of grains in their diets. Cats use less than dogs. Your general assessment is that grains are used as fillers and cheaper is most assuredly correct. There are good premium foods available on the market that the primary ingredients are protien sources not grain sources. Read the ingredient labels and watch for known deceptive tricks like listing corn then a few ingredients down listing corn gluten. Same if they list chicken first instead of chicken meal. To get chicken in the state it is needed to make kibble by the time they are dehydrating it down it would more than likely be the 5th or 6th ingredient by content. If you can get your cat to eat them, raw chicken neck bones, as litacats mentioned, do wonders for dental care.

Originally Posted by sewmom

Are they made by Sargents? The fish chews. My youngest Maine Coon, Rocky, loves the greenies, but he didn't chew them.at first he wouldn't eat the fishy ones. I found some in poultry flavor and he ate those and now he will eat both kinds. Goofy cat. Our Walmart doesn't sell them anymore so I'll have to check Petsmart.