For the positive results to be maintained, we recommend giving Simply Seaweed to pets on an ongoing (indefinite) basis.

For best results, we recommend giving Simply Seaweed to pets daily. The daily dosage can be split into multiple doses if preferred.

Simply Seaweed’s daily dose can be split into smaller doses if preferred.

After being consumed by your pet, Ascophyllum nodosum works in several ways to improve dental hygiene, due to its natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-adhesive properties. Existing plaque is softened and new plaque is prevented from sticking to teeth.

The mechanism of action is still not fully understood, but it is thought that the saliva is affected by the seaweed’s phenols, iodine, phosphates, fucoidans, sulphur, zinc, silicates and sulphates.

For a more detailed answer, please see the journal articles provided on our Resources page.

We do not recommend feeding Ascophyllum nodosum to dogs and cats under six months of age, as the safety of doing so has yet to be determined. We additionally don’t recommend it as they do not need it – their baby teeth are going to fall out anyway!

No. Despite commonly being called a kelp, Ascophyllum nodosum isn’t one. Kelp is a type of seaweed. All kelps are seaweeds, but not all seaweeds are kelp.

Simply Seaweed branded Ascophyllum nodosum does not have a VOHC Seal of Approval.

The worldwide Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) has recognised the dental benefits of Ascophyllum nodosum, and we DNA test our seaweed to verify that it is Ascophyllum nodosum. However, as the application process for a VOHC Seal of Acceptance for a brand/product is complicated and costly, this unfortunately is not achievable for us as a small business.

Caution needs to be taken when feeding multiple kelp or seaweed supplements, to ensure that vitamins and minerals (including heavy metals) are not fed in excess. See our Nutrition Information for the levels in Simply Seaweed.

Some commercially prepared pet food contains kelp or seaweed. The ingredients list of a pet food should display all ingredients in order from most to least by weight. If kelp or seaweed is only present in trace amounts then Simply Seaweed is safe to be fed.

If you are unsure if it is safe to give Simply Seaweed with your pet’s current diet, please consult your veterinarian.

While it might not be the easiest, brushing your pet’s teeth is considered the best way of maintaining a pet’s dental hygiene.

Brushing your pet’s teeth will help Simply Seaweed to take action, however, there are other ways to help remove plaque once it has been softened by our product.

Pet dental care is not a one-size-fits-all approach, nor can any one thing get the job done. See Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats for ways to look after your pet’s teeth, including information regarding tooth brushing.

No. We do not provide samples of our product, as results cannot be seen from brief usage. However, our product is backed by a satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with our product, for whatever reason, you can return the product for a full refund.