Tag: dental care
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When Do Puppies Stop Teething?
Puppies transition from a set of deciduous teeth to a full adult dentition as they grow, with predictable stages of eruption and shedding tied to development and breed differences. Puppy Dental Development Dogs are diphyodont, meaning they develop a temporary set of deciduous teeth followed by permanent adult teeth; the deciduous set is smaller and…
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Why Does My Dogs Breath Smell Like Fish?
Many dog owners notice a fishy or otherwise unusual odor on their pet’s breath and want to know whether it is harmless or a sign of disease. The sections below walk through quick triage, likely causes, diagnostic steps a veterinarian may use, and practical treatment and prevention strategies. Quick triage: Is the smell transient or…
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How Many Teeth Do Dogs Have?
Canine dentition refers to the arrangement, types, and roles of teeth in dogs across life stages. Overview of canine dentition Typical adult dogs have 42 permanent teeth and puppies have 28 deciduous teeth, figures that are commonly used for clinical dental charts and treatment planning[1]. Different tooth types—incisors, canines, premolars and molars—serve distinct roles in…
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When Do Puppies Lose Their Baby Teeth?
Puppy teething is a normal developmental stage when deciduous teeth are replaced by permanent adult teeth. Observing your puppy’s mouth and behavior can help you know when intervention or a vet visit is needed. Typical Timeline of Puppy Tooth Loss Puppies begin losing their deciduous teeth and growing permanent teeth on a predictable schedule, with…
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How To Brush Dog Teeth?
Regular tooth care helps maintain a dog’s comfort and reduces the risk of painful oral disease while supporting overall wellbeing. Why Dog Dental Care Matters Periodontal disease is common in companion dogs and can cause pain, tooth loss, and difficulty eating; estimates suggest it affects up to 80% of dogs older than three years of…
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How Often Should I Take My Dog To The Vet?
Regular veterinary care helps detect problems early, maintain preventive measures, and tailor treatment to your dog’s changing needs. Visit Frequency by Life Stage Puppies commonly require more frequent veterinary contacts during early growth for vaccinations, deworming, and development checks; a typical schedule is visits every 3 to 4 weeks from about 6 weeks until roughly…
