Name: Carl & Earl Silvervine Dental Sticks
Brand: Carl & Earl
SKU: 200007763:201336106
Price: 32.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Carl & Earl Silvervine Dental Sticks

Dental disease affects most cats over four. — And they hide the pain until it's a vet bill.

Cats hide dental pain by instinct; daily chewing scrubs plaque before it becomes a vet bill
Scrubs plaque while they play — fibrous bark acts as nature's toothbrush every time they gnaw
Chosen by your cat, not forced — silvervine wins over even the 1 in 3 cats catnip can't.
All natural, vet-recommended — silvervine, sisal & raffia; safe for kittens and adults

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Vet Recommended

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Watch your cat actually use it — or your money back. If they won't touch them, you don't pay.

Cats are built to gnaw — it's how they kept their teeth clean in the wild, long before bowls of kibble. These silvervine sticks give that instinct somewhere to go, scraping away plaque the way nature intended while triggering the rolling, blissed-out reaction silvervine is famous for.

Six sticks, two ways to chew — three classic silvervine sticks plus three wrapped in natural sisal rope, so cats who like to bite and claw both get what they're after.
Real bark does the work — the fibrous silvervine surface gently abrases as your cat gnaws, helping reduce plaque and freshen breath without brushing, chews, or a fight.
Raffia bristle ends and a dried gall-fruit on each stick keep curious cats coming back, turning a chew toy into a full play session.
Works when catnip doesn't — silvervine reaches the roughly 1 in 3 cats who shrug at catnip, so even your unimpressed senior may finally lose it. A free catnip pack is included if you want to dial the excitement up even higher.
Just silvervine, sisal, and raffia — all natural. No additives, no chemicals, no artificial anything, made for kittens teething and adult cats alike.

Don't be surprised if your cat sneezes, drools, or flops over the first time — that's the silvervine working, and it settles within about 30 minutes. Set a stick down, step back, and watch the cat who ignores every other toy decide this one is theirs.

Always supervise your cat during play. When the rope or sticks become frayed or chewed through, replace them to avoid any choking or swallowing hazard.

Why Cats Actually Chew On It.

It's not magic. It's biology.

Gnawing Is Hardwired

Wild cats chewed on twigs, grass, and bark — it's how they scraped their teeth clean. That instinct didn't disappear with kibble. Give it somewhere to go and your cat does the cleaning for you.

Silvervine Is the Draw

The reason they keep coming back isn't the wood, it's the silvervine. Its natural compounds trigger a euphoric chew response — even in the 1 in 3 cats catnip does nothing for.

Abrasion Does the Work

As your cat gnaws, the fibrous bark gently scrubs plaque off the tooth surface — the same mechanical action as a brush, minus the wrestling match. Cleaner teeth, fresher breath, zero fight.

The dental chew vets actually recommend.

Dental disease is the most common problem I see in cats — and most owners don't spot it until it's painful and expensive.
Cats are built to gnaw. Chewing is how they kept their teeth clean in the wild — these give that instinct somewhere to go.
The trick isn't the stick, it's getting them to use it. Silvervine triggers a chew response even in cats that ignore everything else, so the cleaning actually happens.
I recommend it because it's the rare dental product cats choose on their own — no brushing battle, no wrestling a toothbrush into a cat's mouth.

Mike Carter,
Small Animal Veterinarian

See the Difference for Yourself.

Every difference below is a reason your cat actually chews.

Feature	Carl & Earl	Others
Cats that ignore catnip	Silvervine works on the 1 in 3 catnip can't reach	Catnip toys — useless on a third of cats
Material	100% natural silvervine, sisal & raffia	Dyed wood or synthetic filler
Two chew styles	3 bark sticks + 3 rope-wrapped	One style only
Dental benefit	Fibrous bark scrubs plaque as they gnaw	Soft chews wear down fast
Additives	No chemicals, dyes, or glue	Often treated or flavored
Pack size	6 sticks — weeks of rotation	1–2 sticks
Free bonus	Catnip pack included	Sold separately

Happy cats, happy customers.

My cat is SO picky, he ignores every toy I've ever bought him. Honestly expected these to end up in the junk drawer. Nope. he grabbed one the second it hit the floor and now I find them dragged all over the house.

Vanessa Goldberg

Verified Customer

Was a little nervous about the rope part with my chewer, but it's held up way better than I expected and I just swap them out when they get worn. Sticks are real wood, not cheap dyed junk.

Liam Chrysler

Verified Customer

Almost didn't buy because, well, they're sticks and I figured I'd find something cheaper. So glad I didn't. My older cat won't touch catnip at all but goes nuts for these, and her breath is honestly better since she's been gnawing on them.

Kyle Nguyen

Verified Customer

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Silvervine (matatabi) is a natural plant cats have responded to for centuries, and it's non-toxic and non-addictive. The sticks are just real silvervine wood, sisal rope, and raffia — no chemicals, dyes, or additives. First-time reactions like sneezing, drooling, or rolling are normal and harmless, and pass within about 30 minutes.

This is the most common worry, and it's exactly what silvervine is for. Unlike a plain dental chew, silvervine triggers a genuine chew-and-play response — including in the roughly 1 in 3 cats who don't react to catnip at all. If your cat shrugs at catnip, these are the better bet.

As your cat gnaws, the fibrous bark gently scrubs the tooth surface and helps reduce plaque buildup and freshen breath. It's not a replacement for brushing or a professional cleaning, but it's a natural, low-effort way to support dental health — and far easier than wrestling a toothbrush into a cat's mouth.

You get both: three classic bark sticks and three wrapped in natural sisal rope. The bark sticks are best for gnawing and dental scrubbing; the rope ones add texture for cats who like to claw, bunny-kick, and wrestle. Most cats end up with a favorite.

The rope is there for texture and play, not for eating. Cats naturally gnaw and shred a little, which is fine — but supervise play, and once a rope gets frayed or chewed through, swap that stick out. Loose fibers shouldn't be swallowed. Think of them like any chew toy: replace when worn.

It depends on how aggressively your cat chews, but with six in a pack you've got plenty of rotation. When a stick gets gnawed down or the rope frays, retire it and open a fresh one. Most owners find a pack lasts a few months.

A small number of cats just don't respond to silvervine (or any plant attractant) — it's genetics.

You can try attaching the silvervine rope sticks to a cat toy or rod and sometimes that'll work.

But if your cat is still uninterested, reach out to us at support@carlandearl.com and we'll see what we can do!