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Stop holding your breath — this $31 pup dental chew actually works


I love my dog like she’s my own child, but let’s be honest: my “little princess” has breath that could peel paint off a wall. It’s a classic pet-parent dilemma. You want to shower them with affection, but when they go in for a lick, you find yourself doing the slow-motion lean-back to avoid the stank.

I’ve tried everything. We are religious about her dental hygiene, using every vet-recommended brush and toothpaste on the market. We scrubbed every single day, and yet, still stinky. I was starting to think that dog breath was just a life sentence — until I found Pupgum.

Right now, in honor of National Kiss Your Dog Day (May 3), you can snag this breath-saving miracle for an 30% off at checkout. Trust me, your nose will thank you.

What is Pupgum?

When I first heard the name, I was skeptical. Dogs don’t know how to chew gum; they’d just swallow it, right? But Pupgum isn’t “gum” in the human sense. It’s a scientifically formulated dental chew from Spot & Tango, a brand I already trust because they prioritize human-grade, chemical-free ingredients.

The moment I opened the bag, I knew this was different. It didn’t have that weird, artificial meat smell that most dog treats have. It smelled fresh — like real food. It’s packed with blue spirulina (which targets inflammation) and postbiotics that actually fight the bacteria causing the odor, rather than just masking it.

A dog in a blue bandana looks up at a light blue bag of Spot & Tango Purgum Dog Breath Chews.
My dog isn’t the only one who loves Pupgum! Social Media Marketing Manager, Brooke Matalon’s dog, Ted, loves them too. Brooke Matalon

Pros:

  • Formulated for even the most sensitive dog’s tummy
  • Works very fast, noticeably better breath after 2 weeks of consistent use
  • Smells so much better than the competitor brand

Cons:

  • A little on the pricy side for a daily regimen, hence taking advantage of the sale

PupGum delivers total oral health for dogs with a postbiotic formula that targets bad breath, plaque and tartar at the source. Each chew helps clean teeth, strengthen gums and maintain long-lasting fresh breath.

The Two-Week Transformation

The first thing you’ll notice is the “blue mustache” dogs get when they use this. Because of the spirulina, my dog walked around with a cute little blue-powdered face after eating, which was honestly worth the price of admission alone.

But the real magic happened around day 15. We were visiting my in-laws for Passover, and my father-in-law, who is, without question, my dog’s favorite human on earth, picked her up for a massive kiss. He looked up, totally surprised and said, “Oh wow, it’s not as stinky as usual. Wild!”

That was the moment I knew my love for her wasn’t just clouding my judgment. It actually worked. For the first time in years, I wasn’t cringing and pulling away when she wanted to lick my face.


A man in a plaid shirt sits with a sleeping dog in his lap.
Moose cuddled with my Father-in-law

Now’s your chance to treat your dog (and your nose) while you can save extra on this pet owner essential. I’m glad I did.


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