Dogs, like humans, go through a tooth replacement process. This process is critical to your dog's health and development.
The tooth replacement process in dogs usually occurs between the ages of 3 and 7 months. During this stage, the puppy’s deciduous teeth will gradually fall out and be replaced by permanent teeth. Dogs have a total of 42 permanent teeth, including incisors, canines, premolars and rear molars.
Here are some symptoms your dog may exhibit while replacing teeth:
1.Chew items: In order to relieve the discomfort of tooth growth, dogs may chew toys, furniture or other items.
2.Drooling: Dogs may drool more during teething.
3.Appetite changes: Some dogs may temporarily lose their appetite due to oral discomfort.
4.Minor bleeding: The loss of deciduous teeth and the growth of new teeth may cause minor oral bleeding.
5.Loose Teeth: You may find small baby teeth that have fallen out in your dog’s food or toys.
Here are some care tips to help ease your dog’s discomfort while they are replacing teeth:
1.Provide appropriate chew toys: Provide dogs with safe and appropriate chew toys to help them relieve oral discomfort.
2.Check your dog’s mouth regularly: Check your dog’s mouth regularly and pay attention to any abnormally loose teeth, excessive bleeding or other problems.
3.Appropriate diet: If your dog's appetite decreases during teething, you can try to provide some soft food, such as wet dog food.
4.Avoid biting hard food and toys: Avoid providing hard food or toys to your dog during the tooth replacement period to avoid damaging the new teeth.
5.Veterinary examination: If you notice any problems with your dog’s teething process, such as continued bleeding, redness, swelling or sick behavior, you should consult your veterinarian promptly.
6.Maintain oral hygiene: Although cleaning your dog’s teeth during teething can be a little difficult, it’s still important to maintain good oral hygiene.
Teeth replacement for dogs is an inevitable stage in their growth process and usually does not require too much intervention. However, by providing proper care and attention, you can help your dog get through this stage more comfortably. Remember, it is always best to consult a professional veterinarian on any question regarding your pet's health.