The Dog Dental Chews Ingredients Library
Science-Backed Ingredients for Strong Teeth, Fresh Breath, and Whole-Body Wellness
Arterra dental chews are built from the inside out to support stronger teeth, healthier gums, and fresher breath. Each ingredient earns its place - from enamel-supporting actives to functional components that enhance texture and effectiveness - all working together through daily chewing for real oral health benefits.
Active Ingredients (The Good Stuff)
These are the ingredients that deliver real, functional benefits for your dog’s oral and gut health. Our active ingredients are chosen for their proven roles, recognizability, and meaningful impact, starting with essential dental actives that support enamel, gums, and breath, followed by gut-supporting ingredients that reinforce the oral–gut connection. Supporting actives enhance comfort, balance, and daily nutrition without overcomplicating the formula. Every active ingredient earns its place by contributing to healthier chewing, inside and out.
What is it?
A bioactive mineral that mimics natural tooth enamel, used in a dog-safe, rod-shaped nanoparticle form.
What it does?
Supports enamel remineralization and helps defend against plaque buildup at the microscopic level.
So what?
Helps strengthen teeth and promote long-term oral health through daily chewing.
What is it?
A concentrated extract rich in proanthocyanidins from cranberries.
What it does?
Helps inhibit the adhesion of odor-causing bacteria to oral surfaces.
So what?
Supports fresh breath and healthy gums.
What is it?
A concentrated source of catechins and natural antioxidants from green tea leaves.
What it does?
Helps inhibit the growth of bacteria associated with bad breath while providing antioxidant support.
So what?
Supports healthy gums and fresh breath.
What is it?
Certified organic brown seaweed harvested from pristine waters, providing trace minerals, iodine, polysaccharides, and polyphenols.
What it does?
Supplies essential minerals for thyroid function and contains bioactive compounds that support a balanced
oral microbiome.
So what?
Helps maintain healthy gums, fresh breath, and overall vitality while complementing daily chewing for long-term oral health.
What is it?
A nutrient-dense concentrate from alfalfa rich in vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll.
What it does?
Provides broad nutritional support and natural chlorophyll.
So what?
Supports overall nutrition and contributes to breath freshness.
What is it?
Dried parsley flakes containing chlorophyll and natural plant compounds.
What it does?
Helps neutralize mouth odors.
What it does?
Supports fresh breath.
What is it?
Dried banana fruit powder providing prebiotic fiber.
What it does?
Nourishes beneficial gut bacteria.
So what?
Supports a balanced gut microbiome and promotes a healthy gut-oral connection for overall wellness.
What is it?
A natural source of inulin (prebiotic fiber) from chicory root.
What it does?
Promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and provides natural, sugar-free sweetness.
So what?
Supports digestive regularity, nutrient absorption, and a healthy gut-oral axis.
What is it?
Finely ground turmeric root containing curcuminoids.
What it does?
Helps regulate normal inflammatory pathways.
So what?
Supports gum comfort and a healthy oral environment.
What is it?
A natural mineral source of bioavailable calcium.
What it does?
Provides calcium for teeth and bones while offering mild abrasive properties.
So what?
Helps maintain strong teeth and supports gentle mechanical cleaning during chewing.
Functional Excipients (Flavor and Texture - with Benefits)
Great chews require more than just actives - they need the right texture, stability, and taste to be effective day after day. Our functional excipients are selected to do more than hold the product together. Each one plays a critical role in flavor, structure, or consistency while also offering secondary health benefits – from supporting digestion and nutrient absorption to promoting skin, coat, and overall wellness. It’s food science with intention - nothing added without a purpose.
What is it?
Deactivated nutritional yeast rich in B vitamins and natural compounds.
What it does?
Provides B vitamins and enhances palatability.
So what?
Supports energy metabolism, skin and coat health, and makes the chews more appealing to dogs.
What is it?
A natural emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds containing phosphatidylcholine.
What it does?
Supports cell membrane integrity and fat emulsification.
So what?
Helps maintain healthy brain function and improves nutrient absorption.
What is it?
A resistant starch derived from peas.
What it does?
Acts as a prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria.
So what?
Supports digestive function, microbial diversity, and stool quality.
What is it?
A pH-balanced form of vinegar used in small amounts.
What it does?
Helps maintain a balanced oral pH environment.
So what?
Supports a healthy mouth and fresh breath without risking enamel.
What is it?
A natural protein derived from collagen.
What it does?
Provides collagen peptides and helps form the soft texture.
So what?
Supports joint comfort, skin/coat health, gut lining integrity, and palatability.
What is it?
Starch from cassava root containing resistant starch.
What it does?
Functions as a prebiotic fiber and a gentle binder.
So what?
Supports digestive regularity and beneficial gut flora balance.
Inactive Ingredients (Food Science - Without the Junk)
Some ingredients are simply necessary to ensure safety, consistency, and quality. Our inactive ingredients are kept to a strict minimum and chosen for their digestibility, neutrality, and safety. They don’t drive claims or marketing - they just help the chew maintain its soft texture, stability, and freshness. No fillers, no unnecessary additives, and no hidden extras - just the practical realities of responsible food science.
What is it?
A finely milled rice-based binder and structure provider.
What it does?
Serves as a digestible base and texture agent.
So what?
Provides structure to the chew while being gentle on digestion.
What is it?
A plant-derived humectant.
What it does?
Retains moisture in the product.
So what?
Creates the soft, chewy texture dogs love.
What is it?
A small amount of sunflower oil used for flavor and blending.
What it does?
Aids in mixing ingredients and enhances taste.
So what?
Improves palatability (used sparingly, <1% of formula).
What is it?
A natural preservative derived from citrus.
What it does?
Adjusts pH and preserves freshness.
So what?
Helps maintain product stability and quality.
