Posts Tagged ‘puppy teeth’

Retained Deciduous (“baby”) Teeth

Posted by admin on March 1st, 2011 under Dentals, Health ConcernsTags: , , ,  • Comments Off

Between the ages of 4-6 months, puppy and kitten teeth are replaced with permanent adult teeth.  This process can last into the seventh month of life and owners should monitor their pet’s mouth for any adolescent teeth that remain in the mouth after the permanent teeth emerge.  Retained deciduous teeth may cause damage to adult [...]

Puppy Teething

Posted by admin on September 8th, 2010 under Doggy DaycareTags: , , ,  • Comments Off

A teething puppy is a happy, well adjusted puppy. Puppies chew to relieve discomfort caused by their adult teeth coming in. Also, puppies, much like human toddlers, have the innate need to explore the world around them. Toddlers use their hands and mouths to test out their surroundings and likewise, puppies use their paws and [...]