Yes, it's necessary. Cats that don't have their teeth brushed will develop plaque, tartar, and bad breath. In severe cases, it can lead to stomatitis, causing symptoms such as swollen and bleeding gums, bad breath, oral ulcers, and drooling. Because wild cats primarily eat raw meat, they ingest some brittle bones and small amounts of fur along with it. These foods are less likely to get stuck in their teeth and can also help clean their teeth to some extent.



However, pet cats usually eat cat food. In addition to cat food, pet owners also feed their cats wet, soft, and sticky foods such as canned cat food, nutritional paste, and puppy milk. If you don't brush your cat's teeth, these food residues will ferment in their mouths, causing bad breath. They will also breed bacteria, leading to stomatitis, plaque, and tartar. Therefore, it is recommended that pet owners brush their cats' teeth regularly.