What's Really Happening in Your Pet's Mouth
Every time your pet eats, a soft film called plaque forms on their teeth. Left alone, plaque hardens into tartar, the yellow-brown buildup you can see near the gumline. Tartar clings tightly to teeth, and brushing alone won't take it off once it's there.
That buildup is often behind the breath you notice when your pet leans in for a kiss.
Did you know? Veterinary groups estimate that most dogs and cats show signs of dental disease by age three. Regular veterinary checkups are the best way to keep an eye on your pet's oral health.
The oral care technology inside every Skout's Honor Fresher Breath product
What Is coactiv+®?
coactiv+® pairs zinc and citrate, two ingredients long used in oral care, in a system designed to reduce tartar and freshen breath.
Because the whole line shares coactiv+®, you can choose the format your pet tolerates best: in the water bowl, on a wipe, or as drops. Every formula is also:
Free of alcohol, parabens, chlorhexidine, cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) and chlorine dioxide
Made by a Certified B Corporation
Part of our Buy a Bottle, Feed an Animal Paw Pledge
The Proof: VOHC-Accepted Water Additive
The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) reviews clinical data and awards its Seal of Acceptance only to products that meet its standards for plaque or tartar control.
Our Fresher Breath Water Additive earned it.
The Only VOHC-Accepted Water Additive for Tartar Control
Clinically proven to reduce tartar and freshen breath, with no brushing required.
Same Technology, Every Format
The VOHC Seal applies to the Water Additive. Our wipes and drops share the same coactiv+® technology and are formulated to reduce tartar, freshen breath and gently clean.
Find Your Routine
Every product is no-brush, and each fits a different pet and routine.
The easiest daily habit
Fresher Breath Water Additive
Best for: anyone who wants oral care on autopilot. For dogs and cats.
Add it to the water bowl every day and you're done.
How to use: Add the labeled amount to fresh water daily. Picky drinker? Start with a smaller amount and work up over a week or two.
No toothbrush battle
Fresher Breath Dental Wipes
Best for: pets who fight the brush. For dogs and cats.
Flavorless finger wipes that reduce tartar, freshen breath and gently clean teeth and gums. They reach the back molars a brush can miss.
How to use: Wrap a wipe around your finger, lift the lip, and rub gently along teeth and gums. They're easy to keep in the car or travel bag.
Targeted and flavorless
Fresher Breath Dental Drops
Best for: focusing on the spots with visible buildup. For dogs and cats 6 months and older.
Flavorless drops applied directly to teeth and gums to reduce tartar, freshen breath and gently clean.
How to use: Lift the lip and apply 2 drops to each side, rubbing into teeth and gums. Wait 30 minutes before and after food or water. Use daily.
No-Brush Oral Care | Powered by coactiv+® | Certified B Corporation | Buy a Bottle, Feed an Animal
Build a Routine That Sticks
Many pet parents pair two formats. The Water Additive handles the everyday base, and a wipe or drop adds hands-on care a few times a week. One routine, no toothbrush.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my dog's breath smell so bad?
Bad breath is often linked to plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth. If your pet's breath changes suddenly or they seem uncomfortable eating, check in with your veterinarian.
What's the difference between plaque and tartar?
Plaque is a soft film that forms on teeth after eating. Tartar is plaque that has hardened. It clings tightly to teeth and is the buildup you can see near the gumline.
How do I clean my dog's teeth without brushing?
Choose a no-brush format your pet tolerates: a water additive in the bowl, finger wipes or topical drops. All Skout's Honor Fresher Breath products are no-brush.
What is coactiv+®?
coactiv+® is the zinc-and-citrate oral care technology in every Skout's Honor Fresher Breath product. It's designed to reduce tartar and freshen breath.
Are all your oral care products VOHC-Accepted?
No. The VOHC Seal applies to our Fresher Breath Water Additive. Our wipes and drops share the same coactiv+® technology and are formulated to reduce tartar, freshen breath and gently clean.
My pet won't drink water with the additive. What should I do?
Start with a smaller amount than the label suggests and increase it gradually over a week or two. Most pets adjust. Always make sure fresh water is available.
Can I use these products on cats?
Yes. The Water Additive, Dental Wipes and Dental Drops are all made for dogs and cats.
Can I use more than one product?
Yes. Many pet parents use the Water Additive daily and add wipes or drops for hands-on care.
Do these replace professional dental cleanings?
No. Our products support daily oral care at home. Keep up with regular veterinary checkups and cleanings as your vet recommends.