We humans can have dirty mouths, but it’s not what you think. At any given moment, there can be between one million and one billion bacteria on each tooth in a human mouth making it a relatively germy environment.
Our dogs’ mouth aren’t much better. While there are similarities in the types of bacteria found in both of our species, dogs have a greater variety of dental bacteria that humans don’t have – around 600 different species of germs, compared to humans with approximately 615 varieties. Brushing our teeth, and brushing our dogs’ teeth (different toothbrushes, of course) only does so much.
There is a solution, however, and winning this contest provides it!
We are delighted to welcome back Tool Klean, wonderful supporters of National Purebred Dog Day from its earliest days, and leaders in innovative products that wage war against pathogens using UV Light technology. Tool Kean is generously offering two Tidy Teeth UVC Toothbrush Sanitizers, one for your toothbrush and one for your dog’s. The Tidy Teeth UVC Toothbrush Sanitizer is compact and portable. After each brushing, simply shake off excess water, place the toothbrush in the case, and within 60 seconds the intense UVC light kills up to 99.9% of pathogens.
Bottom line: You won’t be reintroducing bacteria with a half clean toothbrush!
The challenge: Interpret “Tidy Teeth” into a photograph that plays on the contest theme and thinks “outside the box.” Is your dog’s smile literally “tidy and clean?” Or is it fighting invisible evil? Dazzle our judges with your creativity!
The prize: You want to win these prizes! The Tool Klean Tidy Teeth UVC Toothbrush Sanitizer offers peace of mind by sanitizing the most used personal care product owned by people – their toothbrush, as well as to dog owners who know that dirty teeth in their dog can lead to periodontal disease, pain, infection, tooth loss, and even impact the overall health of the dog.
The Dreaded Small Print You Must Read To Enter
•••• This contest happens on May 1 on our Facebook page. It is open to residents of the continental United States only;
•••• One entry per person; You may enter four different photo challenges. If you enter this one, you may enter three more;
•••• When submitting your photo entry on Facebook, you must indicate the name of this contest, Tool Klean’s “Tidy Teeth” Photo Challenge;
•••• Your entry must be for the 2024 contest. Photos submitted from previous years’ contests will be disqualified, and yes, we remember photos from one year to the next;
•••• Within the photo, your image must include a purebred dog and one of the following either downloaded from the link or handmade:
The “I ♥ Purebred Dogs” sign (https://bit.ly/3vBGL3Q)
The “Happy National Purebred D♥g Day” sign (https://bit.ly/3lv8qii)
The “I L♥ve My Purebred Dog” sign (https://bit.ly/3vEULKd)
Any official National Purebred Dog Day item available here.
•••• No photoshopping, and that includes the required sign. Be creative with how you use it, but our judges, David Frei, co-host of NBC’s National Dog Show, and veteran Westminster Kennel Club photographer, Jack Grassa, must see what you actually shot with your camera;
•••• Many people may help you take your photo, but the prizes goes to the person submitting the winning photograph.
•••• Entering this contest implies consent that your photo may be shared on NPDD’s social media platforms, and by Tool Klean for promotional use;
•••• A full explanation of how, when, and where to submit your entry can be read here;
•••• Important! You and your dog should have safe fun when composing your entry!
•••• Judges’ decisions are final
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