Hanover. Like human babies, dog puppies are born toothless. However, the milk teeth break through in the first two to four weeks of life, and at about six weeks the little four -legged friends should have a complete milk teeth with 28 teeth. However, this will not be preserved for long: from the third month of life, the tooth change begins. Up to the sixth month, most dogs finally have their lasting teeth with 42 teeth. “The change of teeth is a normal development step – but it runs a little differently in every dog. Larger breeds are usually faster, smaller ones often take longer,” explains Franziska Obert from Agila Pets Insurance.
Recognize typical signs
Dog owners often notice the change of teeth that their puppies suddenly begin to chew on furniture, pillows or other objects. They do this because the gums itches or because they want to solve loose teeth from the jaw. “In this phase, the need for the chewing is quite normal and part of the development process,” says Obert. “In order to protect the furnishings, dog owners should offer their puppies specially developed for this purpose.”
Other signs of changing tooth are smaller amounts of blood when chewing and of course gaps in the tooth. You don't always find the unusual milk teeth: just swallow some dogs.
Support in everyday life: practical tips
Even if the change of teeth is a natural process, there are ways to specifically support the puppies:
- Avoid strain, Since you can also burden the loose teeth.
- Offer the play of play, that is suitable for puppies. It is particularly pleasant when it was chilled in the refrigerator or ice compartment beforehand.
- GEliminate e -drivers: Because toothing puppies chew a lot and are not necessarily picky, they should not be left unattended close to sources of danger such as power cables.
Possible problems with the tooth change
In most cases, the change of teeth runs easily. Sometimes, however, there are difficulties that should be clarified veterinarian:
- Persistent milk teeth: If you remain after the sixth month, you can hinder the breakthrough of the permanent teeth.
- Dental retention: A milk tooth fails, but the permanent tooth does not break through – this means that inflammation or cysts can form on the gums.
- Misposition: Especially with small breeds, it can happen that the permanent teeth do not have enough space in the jaw and therefore grow wrong.
- Dental fractures: A milk tooth can splinter or break through intensive chewing. In the worst case, the permanent tooth is damaged.
“Precisely because these problems can have long -term consequences, dog owners should keep an eye on the oral cavity during the change of teeth and, if in doubt, consult a veterinarian,” advises Obert. Good to know: If animal health insurance is taken out immediately after the puppy has moved in, this usually covers the costs of such treatments. But even if the tooth change is already through, it is worth taking out a suitable insurance. Agila is currently giving all young dogs and cats who are not yet older than six months and who are newly insured via the Www .Agi la .de/W e l c ome on the action page.