Friday, July 31, 2009

Why don't dogs teeth fall out?

Dogs rarely or never have their teeth brushed and they don't floss. If humans didn't take care of our teeth they would rot and fall out, right? My dog is 16 and his teeth look pretty good. They're a little yellow and his breath smells, but they're not rotted or antyhing. Do dogs just have stronger or more resistant teeth then us?

Why don't dogs teeth fall out?
Actually, most health problems that dogs contract can be linked to poor dental health (plague gets into their blood systems and internal health issues arise).





As our knowledge of pet needs advances, its come into light that dogs and cats need just as much dental care as the rest of us. Because they tend to eat hard kibble, it helps in removing plague and maintaining stronger gums, however.





But you'll notice most vets reccomend a dental cleaning yearly now and there are kits to let people brush their pets teeth at home weekly or at least with every bath.





My lab never had dental assistance and made it to 19 just fine.. but (and I didn't know this back then, I was a kid) his slightly yellow teeth were a sign of plaque and gingivitis, and the bad breath was from the same. We were just lucky.





ALSO as a side note to the folks above who said their teeth are locked or don't fall out.. tooth loss does occur in dogs from poor dental health. And they do lose their baby teeth as well just like other mammals, they just tend to swallow them so most folks don't notice. Our puppy was constantly shedding his baby teeth all over his teething toys.
Reply:dogs don't eat much sugar
Reply:Dogs teeth DO fall out. You should be brushing your dogs teeth, like your own for better health. Some animals, like humans, just have better teeth. Your dog just has that good teeth gene.
Reply:They have different gums and different teeth.
Reply:It's because their built differently than us. Their teeth are more "locked" into place than a humans.
Reply:No my dogs baby's teeth fell out. How old is ur dog? About the range between 7-10 is the full teeth range so dont worry the teeth are fine!
Reply:So will dogs. They need inspection and cleaning as needed by a Vet. Seriously. I got my dog to let me brush her teeth but no toothpaste. Also, doggie bones are good once in a while treats to clean the back teeth.
Reply:They do. My dog lost a tooth 'cuz he was old and chewed on a really hard bone that he stole from my other dog.
Reply:Thats just the way dogs are,lucky ducks.
Reply:yes dogs have stronger teeth
Reply:Dogs puppy teeth DO fall out. They don't come out like human teeth where you know your tooth has fallen out, puppies swollow their puppy teeth.





Responsible dog owners DO brush their dogs teeth to prevent any dental problems.





Your dogs teeth are YELLOW and his breath SMELLS because you don't brush them. If you want his breath to smell better and you want him to have healthier teeth/gums, start brushing them.





*EDIT: Obviously dogs teeth are stronger than ours. Can people chew on steak bones? No. Can dogs? Yes. I would have thought that that is fairly obvious.
Reply:dogs teeth do fall out it depends on how old they are pretty much
Reply:i think they have stronger teeth
Reply:For the most part they don't eat the same stuff we do: soda, sugar, and such.
Reply:they do fall out just like anyones you just dont always see it
Reply:They do if they live long.



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Help with an older dogs teeth?

I have an older dog given to me with bad teeth ... he's about 13 , a small terrior dog ..... many of his teeth have fallen out and I noticed some of the others look bad ... I dont want him to suffer from tooth pain ... I can barely afford my dentist appointments ... I owe him now ... but am willing to try something ... has anyone ever had ALL the bad teeth removed ... how much does something like that cost ? .. is it ever done ... any experiences you've had would be helpful .. he's such a healthy dog except his teeth .. I hate that he suffers

Help with an older dogs teeth?
I just rescued a Husky that seemed to have dental problems while eating. She is 12-13 years old and I took her to my vet. Never before this have I ever had to have a dog have dental work so I didn't know what to expect myself.


She done fine with the anesthetic which I was concerned about considering her age. She had her teeth cleaned %26amp; one loose tooth removed. Of course they had to do blood work before hand %26amp; the cost for that was $33.00 Dental charges for cleaning was $60.00 %26amp; my vet did not charge me for pulling the tooth. So the total was $93 %26amp; so worth it. You can tell she feels so much better when she eats now.


I would call your vet %26amp; ask them to give you an estimate on how much it would cost. I would also ask if you can make payments if nessecary. Good luck!!
Reply:It's very difficult to put older pets under anesthesia you would have to just call the vet to find out your options. for now try some "doggie breath mints" i've seen them at the pet store
Reply:If you're in the UK you could contact the PDSA for help. Dentistry is quite expensive for dogs, and it's one thing that's not usually covered by insurance schemes.
Reply:Are you brushing his teeth? Seriously. Are you feeding him little bones that will clean and strengthen his teeth? It is far too expensive to have the teeth removed, unless you can find a dentist who helps 'saved' animals. You rescued this guy, it sounds like, and some dentists will work with you, because of that. In my area, we have one dentist who just is one great believer in helping people who rescue animals that normally would not be kept alive.
Reply:I've got greyhounds and there's quite a lot of them who have bad teeth. One of mine, although he gets his teeth brushed regularly, needed 7 teeth out at his last dental. He's doing absolutely fine.





Several years ago I looked after a 12 year old grey who was 9 before he was rescued. His teeth were so ad that he needed all of them pulled. He did amazingly well. He ate dry dog food which was moistened, with canned tuna, or some kind of meat added to encourage him to eat. Older dogs lose their sense of smell, so if their food tastes better, they're more inclined to eat.





So having all the teeth removed will be better for your poor little dog. But I can't comment on how much it'll cost - prices vary so much from area to area.
Reply:You can call all the vets. in your area, and find out how much they charge for teeth cleaning. Most vets. are pretty reasonable, when it comes to a cleaning! The vet. can either work on the teeth that need to be removed or you can schedule it at a later time. This way you can go ahead and get the dog out of pain! It was really a nice thing, for you to take in a dog that is 13 years old! What a great person you are!
Reply:To remove your doggies teeth, is way to expensive.He is 13, go to a pet store and get doggy toothpaste and a finger tooth brush..sometimes they come together..Then just put the little doggy brush on your finger with some doggie toothpaste..do that every day and they have doggie treats that help the dogs breath.but make sure you read where this stuff is coming from..Make sure it's not from China. You can Tell if your doggy is having a toothache by his action with his ears..If he is shaking his ears alot then that's a sign..But like you said we cant even afford our dentists and most certainly cant afford a vets..
Reply:DEPENDING ON HOW BAD THE REMAINING TEETH ARE, YOU CAN TRY THIS LIQUID THAT YOU PUT IN THE DOGS WATER, IT HELPS FIGHT PLAQUE. UNFORTUNATELY IF THEY ARE REALLY BAD OFF, I DON'T THINK ANYTHING OVER THE COUNTER WILL HELP, CALL THE VET AND TELL THEM YOUR DILEMMA.


I JUST HAD MY LITTLE TERRIORS TEETH CLEANED AND IT COST ME $300.00. GOOD LUCK!
Reply:At our vet it is $15.00 pet tooth but give a discount on a lot of teeth. As for all the teeth then they said that theres many pets who have all teeth removed an still eat dry food.
Reply:They need to be pulled! The infection can be dangerous to the health of an older dog. Not to mention the bad breath! Check with your local vet on cost and ask if there is an organization in your area that might be able to help with the cost. It may not be that much!!!
Reply:Plaque Off is the product that you put in the dog's water. This is a new product and I have not tried it, but hear that it works. I've also been doing some reading on Grapefruit Seed Extract. This has an antibiotic effect. If you know someone who makes Colloidal Silver, that also is like an antibiotic.





What I've mentioned is better than doing nothing. It does sound like the dog really needs treatment and cleaning by a vet.
Reply:well i had same problem with my pet and they did it so u should not worry about that and cost of that is not enough its affordable but it may very from place to place....



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Dogs teeth chattering?

What dose it mean when your dogs teeth chatter? I've heard somewhere that that might mean they are in pain? Our dog is old (12 years old), and i was just wondering what might be up with the teeth chattering. Thanks in advance.

Dogs teeth chattering?
Could be a "petite mal" siezure. Little siezures are common in older dogs but it would be a very good idea to take your friend to a veterinarian for a check-up anyway.
Reply:I've heard the pain thing also, as well as it could be a seizure. Call your vet.
Reply:I had a collie who chatterted his teeth in tail-wagging greeting
Reply:Take your dog to the vet now. It could be pain, it could be a seizure, whatever it is, it isn't good.
Reply:Could be pain, it could be a seizure.





Or it could be that he is feeling .......friendly, if you know what I mean! Some of mine do that, mostly the boys!



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Brushing a dogs teeth?

How do you brush a dogs teeth? My dog is 14 and we haven't brushed her teeth since she was four. That time I was 2, and my mom is complaining about how bad her breath smells and her teeth are nasty. I think she has tooth decay, but we don't have enough money to fix it. Please!!!!!!!! give me tips!

Brushing a dogs teeth?
To brush her teeth, Well, I have some beef flavored toothpaste for my dogs and they seem to lyke it.


If you decide not to brush her teeth get some Denta-bones. They are good treats that make their breath smell better. Good Luck!
Reply:It's too late to brush your dog's teeth now. You have to have it professional cleaned by your vet. Just like in people, dog's need their teeth cleaned for them to live healthier. Bacteria and infection from the teeth will travel to the heart and cause other organ problems. Talk with your vet about payment options or a card called CareCredit. Some vets carry it and some don't. But she needs her teeth cleaned and soon! See your vet for an oral exam. It sounds like your dog will have to be put on antibiotics a few days before having her teeth cleaned. After you have the teeth cleaned then you can start brushing them at home and the vet can show you how to do that. But I can guarantee that if you do not get the teeth professionally cleaned she's going to have a shorter life and eventually she may even get a tooth abscess which can be very painful to her and a lot more money to you.
Reply:Unfortunately.... a dog will not let you brush its teeth.. Vets have to do that and in doing that, they inject the dog/cat with a sleeping injection and when the dog is asleep, they(the vets) clean the teeth.. unfortunately... the cleaning of a pet's teeth is somewhat expensive. What most people do is make Sure that the dog has some dry dog food pellets to chew on from time to time.. this does help in getting plaque off of the teeth.
Reply:it would be really hard.i brush my dogs teeth with water and baking soda...he doesnt really seem to mind.
Reply:I guess if you feed your dog the canned pap, then maybe you need to brush their teeth. I have fed all my dogs dry food and they have never had dental problems or plaque build up. Their breath didn't stink either.
Reply:Get a good quality rope toy...the ones that appear to be twisted string tied in a knot. Soak it in unsalted broth. Dry it in a very slow oven. she will try to chew all the falovor out of that, and it works as dental floss to keep her teeth clean, and her breath fresh.


If she grows tired, (couple of months)as the flavor is gone, just wash by hand, and re-soak.


If you would rather brush her teeth, here is an illustrated how-to site: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/teeth.htm
Reply:Humm.I know how you feel,but its also hard to brush a dogs teeth.


No matter how hard I try i end up soaking wet,why?I always


clean my dogs teeth after taking him a bath because if i dont take him a bath first he wont let me.He starts runnning around.I have to wet him to make him stop running and he sometimes doesnt stay still.Tough you could buy a toothbrush and brush it witha special dog toothpaste



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My dog's tooth is loose.?

I brush my dogs' teeth several times a week (try to do it everyday but sometimes I forget), but my oldest dog has always resisted teeth brushing as I didn't start brushing her teeth until she was 6 years old. However, her breath has recently become horrible, so I really looked in her mouth and found that her fartherst back molar is quite decalcified and actually loose.





She had her regular vet do her physical last year and she said that while there was a little calculus build-up it wasn't worth putting her under to get her teeth cleaned. Last week she went and got a check-up with a different vet at the practice, who failed to even notice this problem..





She is not showing signs of discomfort, no changes in eating. I am concerned about this leading to kidney/liver problems, and would like it to be removed. Thing is, she is 11 y/o, so I'm really worried about the risks that come with anesthesia.





What should I do?

My dog's tooth is loose.?
This is just my opinion but I wouldn't risk the surgery, at least, not the surgery involved in getting her teeth cleaned. I would try to avoid but still consider having the offending tooth pulled.





My preferred path would be to treat her with antibiotics, topical if possible, and plan/hope that the gum around the tooth firms up as the infection clears up. Since her breath has recently become horrible, that's an excellent indicator that she is indeed suffering from an infection. It could have been caused by something (like a pocorn kernel? a bone shard?) getting lodged in her gum. Anyway, the less treatment the better in my book...or at least, never more than is absolutely necessary - we often exacerbate what Nature can best take care of on its own.





Gums are to teeth as soil is to mountainside trees. Once this has been resolved, consider giving her toys/food/treats that will help toughen up her gums. She'll enjoy them and they'll do her more good than frequent toothbrushing. Your vet will be able to make some informed suggestions...





Good Luck.
Reply:Unless the area around the tooth looks red and inflamed, I would let nature take it's course. If it does look red I would take the dog back to the vet, point out the problem directly and express your concern.
Reply:Take her to the Vet and have her teeth clean. Tell them about the tooth. If it bad have it removed.
Reply:give extra strength fodder and calcium .That does not help : visit your veterinary surgeon .
Reply:Having the deep cleaning is the best option but it is only a temporary fix. I have a rott/chow mix and he is 12 years old his breath is mind blowing. I have done the deep cleaning for 5 years now and it works but not for long. I just made the appointment to have his teeth removed. They can still eat and it really is like an elderly person getting dentures. No, I am not saying that my dog is getting dentures but due to the bacteria and the mouth infections and horriable breath I am going to have the teeth removed. It is not cruel and will give my dog a better quality of for what ever time he has left with me. He is in great shape and very healthy except for the mouth and teeth. He has had the same vet since he was a puppy and I know that putting him under could be dangerous, But I trust his vet completely and I know if he feels that there is something going wrong when he is doing the procedure he will do whats best for my dog.
Reply:Take her to the vet and make sure they inspect this tooth. If it needs to come out that's the best thing to do for her. Because of her age, the vet will do a pre-op blood work-up and let you know then if she has any other problems. They'll also be able to tell you what her risks would be for surgery. That's when you can make an informed decision as to what's best for her. And yes, you're right, if her tooth's bad, it could lead to serious health problems.



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Can my baby play and eat a dog toy? Is it safe for babies to teeth on a dog toy?

why not as long as its clean... ;o)

Can my baby play and eat a dog toy? Is it safe for babies to teeth on a dog toy?
Safe if its new, not if its used.
Reply:yes, it perfectly ok for ur baby to teeth on a dog toy (just make sure no small parts and that its not the edible kinds for dogs). but dont let them have it if its been used!
Reply:not if is the soft rubber because pieces could come off and your baby could choke.
Reply:Maybe it is safe, but very unorthodox. Better not to do and better not to find out any consequences.
Reply:only if its new and does have any loose parts that can come off
Reply:It better not be used... talk about GERMS ! As for PLAYING with a new dog toy, yes I suppose if all the parts are safely secured. As for EATING a dog toy, I don't recommend that at all....a baby does not want a sore tummy.
Reply:personally i dont think you should try but its your choice.
Reply:yeah its safe as long as the baby cant swallow it but they do have stuff for baby's to teeth on
Reply:Sounds gross to me.


Why don't you get your baby his own toys?
Reply:What? Come on just get the baby a regular old teething ring. How in the world can you feel right walking around in public with your baby chewing on a toy that reads "Chow Chow"
Reply:umm, no! there are much different requirements for the types of materials that are safe for children and pets. latex, for example, is not used for childrens' toys. the grades of plastic are often different as well.





find a baby toy for humans!
Reply:no
Reply:what? you know they make things for babies!
Reply:Dog toys are for dogs but they do have toys specially made for babies while teething as well. Check out the Dollarama and you can get lots of plastic toys for your child to play with. Dog toys are the same as baby toys but not good for your child if you have a dog who uses these toys too. Also put teething gell on your child teeth when he seems to be in great pain. He will droll alots and be bitting hard on his own hand is a sign that he needs some oragel to help ease the pain.
Reply:make sure that its not painted because the paint can be toxic, but if it is clean and the dog has not used it i dont see why not?
Reply:Girl, you trippin!
Reply:as long as it is clean, but that is kind of weird
Reply:i found the most wonderful teething device it is at walmart





It is a green star rubber toped teether with a blue handle and the green star top vibrates





this saved me from many hours of screaming





it cost under 5 bucks











and also y does your question say " can my baby play and EAT a dog toy"





Eat a dog toy ?????? what is wrong with u?
Reply:no u crazy bicth u do not have a any baby
Reply:to funny!!!! my son has played with dog toys since he has been able to get to them......don't know what it is but he seems to almost prefer them over his toys......no sooner do i drop him off at grandma's house he is running over to the dog's toy basket to pick one up(he 16 mo now and still likes them)





no harm no foul dog toys are chewy just make sure they are clean



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How to keep your dogs teeth healthy?

i have never done anything with my dog's teeth, well we were on the streets for 5 years and i didnt do nothing special for my teeth either, but now we got a home and some dough. he's five, his teeth seem good, but his breath is stinky. i buy him those hard biscuits that say they clean dogs teeth. he eats a mix of dry food, meat, and veggies. i have some friends with old dogs with rotten teeth and i would like for my dog to avoid this. how?

How to keep your dogs teeth healthy?
Stinky breath comes from one of two places. The mouth or the digestive tract.


He may have an infection in his mouth - this will only be cured with a trip to the vet's. He may need a professional cleaning, antibiotics, or teeth removed.


If it's his digestive track, he may need anitbiotics and a change of diet as well.





The best home remedies are the best dry kibble you can afford, the meats and veggies are good for him as well, in moderation. Also go to the fresh meat section of your grocery store. They sell beef marrow bones for 50 cents to a dollar each. You can give them raw to him and let him chew on those. That will help clean his teeth. (never give cooked bones to dogs, they can splinter and cause more issues)





Good luck.
Reply:buy him the dog tooth paste it takes a while to see results but it really works
Reply:Buy toothpaste made specially for dogs and brush his teeth with it at least once a week.


If you can afford it, take him to the vet to have his teeth scaled once a year.


Good luck!
Reply:Try tossing him a frozen carrot every day as a treat. It's hard and crunchy and will help keep his gums and teeth clean.





And, it's cheap!!
Reply:give him a good diet and get one of they dog toothbrushes and toothpaste





aslo buy him good hard bone they wil make them stronger =]
Reply:give them those green dog bones that look like a tooth brush. yeah, tootbrushes keep your teeth clean. see the clue here? my dog loves them!





http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...





click that to go to the informationional site. they're called greenies. theyre the dental chew.
Reply:brush them
Reply:Go to Petco or any other pet store and buy him dog tooth paste you should give it to him every other day to see results in about a month or so. You should also give him hard crunchy fresh vegetables alot of the companies lie about their dog products but naturals food from mother nature does not lie, its good for everyone, also incase do not feed him human food.
Reply:Try Greenies or Green bones.... they contain chlorophyll which helps with the stinky breath.
Reply:Giving your dog raw bones from the butcher will help to keep his teeth in good shape.





You can also get on a regular schedule of brushing his teeth and having his teeth professionally cleaned. Lots of groomers now do anesthesia-free teeth cleaning, which is a good way to get rid of any existing tartar on your dog's teeth.
Reply:i saw something before in discovery channel... it's dog food that can clean your dog's teeth. it's got no cleaning agent, it's just how soft/hard the food is. it shouldn't be hard and not too soft either. in the segment, they even showed how they are tested for dog breath, people actually smell the dog subject's mouth. hehe! hope this helps a bit with regard to cleaning ur dogs mouth by just changing his/her food. =)
Reply:My GSD loves a raw carrot every now and again. Dry food and no sweet treats will also help
Reply:i know it sound strange but i brush my cavaliers teeth about every two weeks! he loves it! i also get him some of those chewy raw hide shoes sometimes!


Best wishes for you and your new home!!!
Reply:YOu should brush them with dog toothpaste, but it has to be the kind with enzymes. That way if it is on the teeth, it will help dissolve the bad stuff.





Greenies have caused a lot of intestinal blockage. I wouldn't recommend them.
Reply:There is a dental rinse that you can buy at Petco and probably most pet stores that you put in the dogs water to help prevent plaque buildup. I used it for my chihuahua who only ate soft foods. It seemed to help a lot. Have the vet check his teeth when you take him in for shots or checkups.
Reply:Try to clean them yourself. But it is a bit if difficult.


My vet suggests to use ENZADent chew. You can go to GOOGLE search for this product.
Reply:There are several things you can do to keep your dog's teeth and gums healthy. Get a good dog toothbrush and meat flavored dog toothpaste, brush your dog's teeth and gums once a week. You can also get dental bones for dogs which massage the gums and remove tartar from the teeth. Check out the links below for the products you need to keep your dog in good dental health
Reply:Brush his teeth with a dog toothbrush and dog toothpaste. I have found that the greenies edible chews are a great help with the breath issue. Good luck!
Reply:Buy your dog some doggie tooth paste and a tooth brush. If he tries to chew the brush, use your finger to rub the paste over his teeth, this should be done on a daily basis, your dog may not like this at first but if you persevere he will get used to it. Attentively you could go to you vet who will look at you dogs teeth, if there are signs of decay may suggest a scale and polish.



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Should a Vet perscribe antibiotics after extracting teeth from a dog?

yes

Should a Vet perscribe antibiotics after extracting teeth from a dog?
probably only if there was an infection which just like humans most dentists give us antiobiotics to get rid of the infection before doing work
Reply:i thought dogs had some type of anitbiotic in their syliva, thats why they lick there wounds
Reply:Yes so it doesnt get infected
Reply:YES! After extracting teeth your dog will have open sores in it's mouth. These open sores are an open invatation to bacterial! Most vets should give antibotic to prevent infections!
Reply:yes
Reply:Yes definitely. I have a Tiny little Min Pin 3 1/2 lbs who broke his jaw when biting down on large biscuit. He also broke off one of his back teeth and it had to be extracted. I gave him all of his antibiotics, but about a month later, his head swelled up to the size of a grapefruit and the infection went to his brain. He was hospitalized for 2 weeks and I almost lost him.





Many dogs, especially very small ones, produce an incredible amount of bacteria in their mouths. I have to get his teeth cleaned about every six months. I also brush them twice a week and use Breathalyzer (helps control tartar) in his drinking water. Good luck!
Reply:The answer is yes..After pulling teeth, a hole is left in the gums from the root of the tooth. A dogs mouth is full of bacteria and vunerable to infection.Depending on the situation, antibiotics can be prescribed before and after the pulling to prevent any infection to the exposed gums..



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Ive googled it? Dog with excessive amount of teeth?

Has anyone ever seen a puppy with an excessive amount of teeth? They are coming from under her tongue out her jaw everywhere in her mouth. She is having surgery next week and we won't know till all the extra have been extracted if they are baby teeth still there with the adult teeth coming in but its really bad. Has anyone ever come across this and could you link me to any sites you know of. She is from a basement breeder of GSD

Ive googled it? Dog with excessive amount of teeth?
I have read in a few breed books that sometimes puppies don't drop their baby teeth when the adult teeth come in and usually you will have to take them to a vet that knows how to deal with this sort of situation. I have 4 Miniature Pinschers. When my very first minpin started to lose his puppy teeth and get his adult teeth, some of his puppy teeth didn't drop. Sometime they never will. I was fortunate though. Within a month of my first minpin getting his adult teeth the puppy teeth that hadn't dropped had finally started to fall out. Some dogs it takes longer and in some dogs it don't. Sometime you need vet assistance with this sort of thing. That's what it sounds like to me. I am glad you are getting this taken care of. I hope everything goes well for you and your four legged friend. She will be happy that you did. Good Luck!
Reply:poor dog
Reply:that just sounds so wrong.


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hope your dogs alright
Reply:I've never heard of that. Could very well be a result of inbreeding.
Reply:I am so sorry for your dog But i have never heard of that... well i hope your dog is ok!!! ( :
Reply:My dog (beagle) had an excessive amount of toes...but not teeth. If I remember correctly, he had two extra ones on each of his back legs, and the vet removed them at the same time he was neutered. It's likely the extra teeth are a mutation or a defect of some sort...the vet said my dog's extra toes were definitely a birth defect.
Reply:This usually happens with retained baby teeth in small breed dogs. Not sure what has caused the problem with you puppy. Hope surgery goes well.
Reply:Hi JR. I've looked at the Cornell web site for you to try to help you out but all they have is the normal too many baby teeth and how they should be extracted. Nothing even comes close to what your describing. There seems to be no reference to the condition your describing. You may have a first your hands.


I can't imagine them continually growing back but who knows. They will be able to see if there are any further tooth buds in place and then advise you better.


I wish you the very best with this dog.
Reply:JR Hi I have never had one who had teeth everywhere like you describe but I have had a rescued Yorkie that had 2 complete sets of teethe. His baby had never fallen out and had to be extracted. I of course was never intending to breed him he was neutered and give up for adoption, but the vet figured he was about 3 or 4 at the time. Apparently he was from a puppy mill or backyard breeder who just kept inbreeding and that may have caused the abnormality. I don't have a source except I could give you my vets number, just from my one and hopefully only experience with such a problem.



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Dogs teeth falling out?

My are my dogs teeth falling out? He is an 8 month old Collie dog whom im pretty sure has all this adult teeth. 1 of his premolars fell out last week and now another one. I gave him a bone yesterday which could have made it fall out? whats the problem do you think?

Dogs teeth falling out?
My dog is 3 and he still has some baby teeth left. Im sure it was one of his baby teeth.
Reply:8 months old I do not believe that he has his adult teeth yet call your vet if you are that concerned but I dont believe it has anything to do with you giving him a bone..
Reply:My dog is 8 mo old and still looses teeth. Are you sure they are not baby teeth? One way to know is if you notice discoloring of the teeth or extremely bad breath. That may be a sign of rotting if it is the dogs adult teeth.
Reply:Since puppies are so slick about dropping their teeth and growing in their more ferocious permanent fangs, it is hard to really be sure when do puppies lose their baby teeth. The average is about 4 month of age, that sweet and terrible age when puppies begin acting like petulant adolescents with all the knowledge in the world living with the world’s stupidest humans. The basic range, however depending on the dog’s size and breed, runs between 3 and 6 months of age, with a few stubborn breeds holding onto those baby teeth into the seventh and eighth months.
Reply:it is entirely possible (and very likely) that he is still losing baby teeth so i wouldnt worry about it. good luck
Reply:its normal.... *-*



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Brushing my dogs teeth?

Hello all,


I recently took my dog to the vet for a annual check up. My dog is 1yr and 4months old. And the vet told me that he needs his teeth cleaned like once a week. He cleaned my dogs teeth while we were there. But my dog won't let me clean his teeth with a tooth brush. I tried giving him genaric doggie bones that clean there teeth and freshens there breath. They don't work. And I don't want to spend a bundle for the vet to clean them weekly. So is there a way I can clean his teeth and freshen his breath? Or is there a good brand of doggie treats that I can give him? Sorry it's so long, but thanks for reading! :)

Brushing my dogs teeth?
Get doggy tooth paste and a doggy tooth brush. YOU are the boss, not the dog. Nothing takes the place of brushing. My dogs teeth get brushed three times a week and he has a cleaning once a year. Poor dental health will lead to other health problems. Heart disease, kidney failure...
Reply:i think go to your local pet store ask the salesperson if they have any dog things or treats to clean their teeth thanks!
Reply:you can buy doggie toothbrushes and toothpaste at wal-mart. they are beef flavored so my dogs love getting their teeth brushed.
Reply:Any hard bones will do the trick. If you don't feed him soft foods, there is no need to have his teeth cleaned, ever. I have my dog's teeth yearly because bad teeth can have a negative effect on his sniffing ability as a detection dog. I think your vet is just looking to make some extra money. Oh, a proper tooth cleaning does not happen while you are standing at the vet's office. It requires blood work, anesthesia and a lot of scaling. A lot like out teeth, except the dog is asleep.
Reply:Tricky one. Maybe the vet could do it because your dog was high up on a table, bit nervous. Try that.
Reply:you know those Oral-B Brush-Ups? well ive heard that you can use them on your dog if you wash off most of the minty flavor and cover them with doggie tooth paste. if your dog will let you put your finger in his mouth...you shouldnt have problems. good luck :)!
Reply:You do not need to clean you dog's teeth once a week. I do not know why your vet would tell you that. However, if you feel you need to clean them and want to take him somewher, you can go to a dog groomer and they can brush his teeth with the proper dog paste. You can also take him to the grooming department at PetCo or Pet Smart.
Reply:get doggie tooth paste you can get different flavors like beef, chicken , veggie ect .. what ever the dog likes. and when ever you clean his teeth give him aa treat .. and in a couple weeks when you go to brush his teeth when he sees you with that tooth brush hes gonna be thinking ( TREATS !! ) ..
Reply:well this may not sound like a good answer but i think u would probably have to take him to a vet every week or every two weeks thats about all i can think about...maybe this will help...
Reply:nylabones clean the plaque off teeth. You can get them at any petstore.





I still think you should try brushing your dog's teeth though. I got my dog a finger brush and poultry flavoured toothpaste. You could build up to it, put a little toothpaste on your fingers, and put it in his mouth, just get your dog used to a finger in his mouth. Start with the front teeth and work back. Then get the fingerbrush and introduce it in the same way. It may take some time but it will be better for your dog in the long run- it will save alot of money.





Make sure you know that greenies have caused fatalities with some dogs- especially if the wrong size is used. So be careful with those. I use IAMS dental chews with my dog sometimes.
Reply:My pet pomeranian has the exact same problem as your pup!I was advised by my vet to buy one of those doggie toothbrush %26amp; I got it from a pet store. It looks exactly like a baby's toothbrush with soft bristles except that on its end its a hollow end %26amp; I stick my index finger in so that I can easily insert the brush in to brush his teeth. And also my vet advised me to wet the toothbrush then dip the doggy toothbrush into bicarbonate of soda (i think its baking soda) and then brush his teeth with it. So far it has been bliss.


p.s a word of caution DO NOT USE HUMAN TOOTHPASTE on your dog as they are allergic to it and will suffer a heart attack.
Reply:You won't be needing toothbrushes and toothpaste yet.





1. Pull his lips open with your fingers and if he doesn't fuss reward him. If he does, try again later when he's in a better mood. Try several times each day.





2. The next day, rub his teeth with your fingers. Again, reward him if he doesn't fuss.





3. The day after that, do the same thing but put a little toothpaste on your finger.





4. Next, try to use the toothbrush instead of your finger. Reward.





If you follow this advice, your dog should love the toothbrush/toothpaste. It even comes in flavors like poultry! Yum!





Like one answerer said, bones like Nylabone do the trick. They get tarter off because dogs chew on it hard.
Reply:My dog LOVES to get her teeth brushed with a tooth brush. If your dog hates getting its teeth washed then just do this:





Step 1: put some gloves on and hold your dogs head.


Step 2: Take your dogs tooth brush and put a doggy biscuit flavor on it.


Step 3: Put child tooth paste that's swallow safe on the tooth brush.


Step 4: Brush your dogs teeth VERY gently, make sure that you don't get the gums and you may wanna use a soft, child tooth brush.





Your dogs breath won't smell good at all.


No matter how hard you try with making your dogs breath smell good, you might never really get it smelling good unless you brush your dogs teeth each day. Remember that a dogs breath is naturally smelly.





Hope this helps!


Cheers, Seeka


P.S. Seeka is my name.
Reply:if your dog don't like the stick of the toothbrush stuck in his mouth, they sell those things you can put on your fingertip to finger brush your dog's teeth...at Petco, PetSmart or other pet supply stores...that'll whiten them on the outside of the teeth...that job's done..now to clean in between his teeth, don't buy the doggy bone fresheners, but "greenies"...they're sold at the above named stores, and they come in little bones or wafer type biscuits...my dogs love them, and yes, their teeth are nice and healthy.. :)...they're the top sellers
Reply:Can you try to gradually desensitize your dog to the toothbrush? Smear the brush in cream cheese and let him lick it off. Give him lots of treats for allowing you to hold his mouth and hold the brush next to him - ideally, you're not ever forcing him to do anything - he's getting paid for letting you do these things, so he learns to look forward to tooth brushing time.


I know those so-called dental treats don't work. You could look into feeding your dog raw chicken wings a few times a week - the bones will clean his teeth. Be careful - raw does not digest at the same rate as kibble and regular dog food, so you *don't* want to combine the 2 things! Your poor dog would have major stomach drama.


Dr. Pitcairn's book explains how to do it:





http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?I...
Reply:well there is one brand of dog treats that i use on my dogs it is called greenies you can find them at petsmart they work really well on my dogs.
Reply:well most pet stores have specific toothbrush and paste for them, your dog have to get used to it so praise everytime he sits still and lets you brush him. this paste they can swallow so you dont have to worry about that. just dont give him too much. If this fails, then give him a teeth cleaning chew toy, you will find them listed as "greenies" or any teeth cleaning "gnawing" treats or toys. they have them build for this purpose.


good luck on your dog
Reply:I know you've got alto of long answers to read but ill keep the Taiping to a minimum. OK well my friend has a puppy sheet-Si Bic hon mix and sometimes i go to her puppy classes or the vet with her and her trainer and vet said that brushing your dogs teeth can increase their lives up to 2 or 3 years.Its very important to brush their teeth.I have THE SAME PROBLEM with my 3 yer old fawn boxer. He has sensitive bowl es(stomach) so we cant give him most dog foods and most treats and no tooth paste or human food(although he LOVES CREAM CHEESE NOT PE NUT BUTTER AS MUCH)but we bought him a doggier tooth brush at the pet store and he hates the normal tooth brush with the handle on it(he gets scared and of it) so we got him this other king of toothbrush.Its a small rubber one you put on your finger wick is good because its softer and less intimidating.There is also these thing we giver him be case we cant use the doggier toothpaste on him.Their called"Greene's" and this a green,mint flavored bone that you could give to him before you brush so his mouth smell nice too. There is also doggier mints (my cousins use them on their dogs) you could give him those.We just cant give them to my dog it will make him very sick.Sr for the long message!!!hope this finds you well.!!!!!



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Dog tooth tarter and Petzlife..?

Anybody ever use the oral care gel from Petzlife? Supposedly it gets rid of tartar and such, but I've used it for about 2 weeks daily with NO affects whatsoever.. in fact, seems to be getting a bit worse! I brush her teeth a few times a week, although I have only done it once since using the Petzlife. Also, are there any ways to have someone clean a dog's teeth without anesthesia? I live in the LA area.. My dog is ok with sticking stuff in her mouth.. someone needs to hold her head, but she doesn't bite or anything. I've scraped her teeth myself, and had someone else do it also, and she was ok with it. Anyway, anyone know another product that will help get rid of dog tartar? Or a good regimen for tartar removal? Or ANY help at all??!! Lol, thanks in advance. Oh, and no, she doesn't eat dry food, and will not. She eats homemade food, and chews on some cow hooves a couple times a week. That's it in the chewing dept. I also sometimes wipe her teeth after a meal w/a wet towel.

Dog tooth tarter and Petzlife..?
We use Maxigard Gel at our practice. Never heard of Petzlife. Maxigard kills bacteria and softens plaque. It can take months to soften tartar. You can scrape the teeth which will help, but nothing takes the place of a good dental cleaning under anesthesia. The scaler vibrates at very high speeds and squirts water to keep it cool. You have to get under the gum line to do an effective cleaning--both inside and outside of the tooth. No animal is going to sit there awake and let you do that. The teeth also must be polished after cleaning. We also apply a veterinary sealant, called Oravet, which can be followed up with at home. Afterwards, we educate on brushing, using the gels, apply sealans, dental diets and chews, and anything else we can do to prevent further dental disease. If your dog is properly examined, has labwork done, and your vet uses modern and safe anesthetics and monitoring equipment, IV fluids, etc....then your pet should do fine. We do lots of dentals on really old dogs all the time without any trouble.
Reply:you should take it to the vet and see what they recommend for ur dog and they will be a lot of hel[.
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Then you won't need to keep giving supplements or take to the vet for dental cleanings.





Good luck.
Reply:Hi,





You can find out how to protect your pets from tips and articles on http://www.petsmixonline.com



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Can I get gold teeth for my dog?

Yes you can.. I sold a pup to a family near Fresno, CA...He broke a front tooth, so they took him to a canine dentist in Fresno, who fitted him with a lovely gold tooth...Since he is one of those dogs that smile, it is really cute.

Can I get gold teeth for my dog?
Probably some weird vet would do that to the poor animal.
Reply:dont play dress up with your dog, they really dont like it.
Reply:why in the world would you want to do that?
Reply:You can do anything you want...I guarantee you will find some stupid person to do it for you... The question should be.....Why?
Reply:thats great !!!!
Reply:I'm sure that you could if you wanted to spend that kind of money on an animal that will ultimately ruin them chewing on sticks and bones.
Reply:Hope he chews your arm off afterwards.
Reply:If you can bankroll it...someone will do it.


Why don't you funnel that cash into a few trips to a good shrink.
Reply:Did your dog ask for gold teeth...if not then no you shouldn't
Reply:if you're thinking about getting him some gold teeth, i think u should ask him. only he knows if he wants gold teeth or not. go figure....
Reply:not to be mean but YOU ARE SO STUPID AND IDIOTIC POOR ANIMAL get one for yourself stupid idiot
Reply:yes.
Reply:Sure, if you can afford it! They do dental work on dogs, including


root canals. About $1500 for a root canal, and about $1800 for a


gold cap.
Reply:why would you want to do a thing like that ?
Reply:Gold teeth for your dog? What kind of retard would get gold teeth for their dog? Are you retarded or something? It looks absolutely stupid when people do it, not to mention they look quite retarded. Don't be a retard.
Reply:And exactly why would you want to do something like that? Animal cruelty are tracking you down as I type!
Reply:you are probably a n*gger, arent you?
Reply:you're so funny. doesn't it feel tight on the teeth when you wear your own gold teeth cap? doesn't it feel just like wearing a retainer? and i think you should know that dog's teeth are very sharpe and strong. if they don't like it, they'll chew on it and you'll be like..."omg i am a complete idiot for getting my dog gold teeth. now i wasted all my money. why was i so stupid?" think about it!



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If one has good teeth but rancid dog breath, is it safe to assume that one has a gut problem?

No, it doesn't originate from the gut. It's generally sulfur-releasing bacteria trapped between the teeth, on the surface of the tongue, or trapped in the tonsils. (It also could be acid reflux, but that's less likely. Also if your exhalation from your nose smells it's most likely a sinus problem.)





Floss regularly, try a tongue scraper, use a zinc mouthwash or mouth spray to kill the bacteria. Also if you get those white things (tonsil stones) you may want to do a search on how to squeeze them out--gross, but effective. If those things don't work, I'd see an ear nose throat specialist.

If one has good teeth but rancid dog breath, is it safe to assume that one has a gut problem?
R u sure its ur friend ? Did u tell ur friend that? Report It

Reply:not sure id go and see dentist or doctor darling
Reply:It is safe to assume they may have halitosis.
Reply:No, they have haletosis (sp). Chronic bad breath.
Reply:some people don't brush their tongue. it holds bacteria and must be cleansed daily.
Reply:your teeth can be good but is the inbetween bits clean.trapped food can smell so bad,like a rabbit cage that hasnt been cleaned out for weeks,also lack of a good diet can also cause this,i would suggest you see your doctor.
Reply:Probably
Reply:This could also be caused by allergies.
Reply:there's a lot of adverts now telling us to brush not only our teeth but our tongue as well, it is furry and food does rest on it whilst in the mouth. it may also be the food and drink you consume my sister drinks a lot of coffee and her breath is rank
Reply:Sounds like acid reflux, so you'd want to see a gastroenterologist (M.D. specializing in digestive disorders). There are lots of medicines, like Nexium, that could help.





At the same time, you might have good teeth, but not brush them much, or your gums and tongue might be nasty. That could also be a cause. Remember to floss often and brush your tongue, too.
Reply:No its not sometimes your tongue could be dirty also sinus and throat problems.
Reply:I have know idea. Maybe you should ask a doctor or something like that.
Reply:It may come from not brushing or flossing regularly. Many times it comes from people who are busy and don't eat between meals; it seems to come from way down, not just the mouth.
Reply:Could be all sorts of problems, throat, tongue, has this person been ill? does this person floss, flossing removes the plaque from in between the teeth that often gets left and can cause bad smells.
Reply:Unless you have just ate a dog turd Sandwich???





Which is highly unlikely!
Reply:no u could have icky tonsils- i do, they're not infected, but u do need to use mouthwash, which works most of the time.



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Dog losing it's puppy teeth, kind of.....?

My puppy is losing his puppy teeth, however the top left puppy canine hasn't fallen out but has been bent over to lay flat on the roof of his mouth. The adult canine is growing in. He's a real squirmer and it's hard to get in his mouth but when I am able I can "hook" his baby tooth, but it doesn't move that easily. Will this tooth eventually fall out or will I need to get a vet involved? He's a rat terrier. Thanks for your help

Dog losing it's puppy teeth, kind of.....?
Those are the milk teeth. It is a natural process and they fall out when it's time -- I don't think you should have to interfere. If you think a teeth needs to be pulled, the vet should have a look at it.
Reply:You can still wait a bit to see if it falls out on its own, but if it doesn't, and the adult tooth is coming in quickly, it'll need to be pulled or it could cause him to have problems with his teeth as he gets older.
Reply:Your vet probably needs to take a look to avoid any problems.
Reply:Give it time to fall out on it's own. It's not umcommon for pups to still have one or two remaining deciduous (puppy) teeth intact while adult teeth are present. If by the time you have him neutered (6mos) it still hasn't fallen out, while he is being neutered the Vet can pull the remaining puppy teeth for a small fee (usually $30 per tooth).
Reply:Yiou may want to call a vet.


If you are planning on getting the pup fixed it might be worth waiting and the vet can take care of then. It would be easier when the dog is already out.




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How to wash teeth for angry dog?

give him a tube of toothpaste to chew up

How to wash teeth for angry dog?
Liver flavored toothpaste
Reply:with extreme caution!
Reply:Give the dog a nice big raw meaty soup bone from the grocery store every week or 2 weeks. It will provide hours of chewing pleasure and the bone scrapes the teeth clean leaving the breath fresh. It is what nature intended. Dogs eat BONES. they are meant to. FOrget the tooth brush and buy the dog a nice fresh raw meaty bone.
Reply:give him denti-chews... dogs like them alot and they clean teeth and help the breath
Reply:verrrrrry carefully!!
Reply:calm the puppy down pet it, allow it to be with a nice toy, get it calm and sleepy. have an assistant approach you with a glass of water, doggy toothpaste (?) and the animal's specified toothbrush. brace the dog and hold it down, pull back doggy lips. assistant brushes teeth carefully.
Reply:There's a bone called pedigree denta-rask, give the dog the bone, teeth sorted :D
Reply:That is the funniest question I have seen in awhile!! ahahaha If the dog in question is possibly going to bite, I would recommend either


a) getting the vet to do it


or b) asking the vet for a couple of mild sedatives so you can do it at home





either way, at least give the vet a call, they should have some tips; it's obvious but try and keep him calm, toothbrush and baking soda (not too much though) should do fine
Reply:try to notice the liking hobby of the dog . put up the same


before wash his teeth.
Reply:MY PERSONAL ADVICE


LEAVE IT AS IT IS





GO TO A ANIMAL SPECIALIST IF YOU STILL FEEL YOUR DOG WANTS A WASH.





GIVE HIM MORE WATER
Reply:their is a product called Pets Life that removes tartar and plaque from pets teeth and you can put it on a qtip and brush it anywhere in the mouth and it works if you can't brush the teeth.
Reply:Simply give him sleeping dose in his food first, after he doze's off. Brush the teeth's as u like.
Reply:PULL THE TEETH OUT





PUT THEM IN LUKEWARM WATER , ADD DETERGENT AND LEAVE FOR ABOUT HALF AN HOUR





DO WHATEVER U WANT TO DO WITH THEM AFTER THAT
Reply:I know you are looking for a way to do this yourself, but I can only tell you what I would do.....take the dog to the vet, and let him sedate the dog and clean its teeth. I take my Lab in for cleaning, not because she is vicious or angry, but because she is so strong I can't hold her when she decides she wants to get away. (The rest of the time, she minds, but she hates this) My vet charges $45.00 which I think is very reasonable. I also use a product in her water which helps dissolve plaque and keeps her teeth clean between visits. You can find similar products at http://www.drsfostersmith.com/ Also, nice big strong bones and a dental chew called Greenies.
Reply:They have dog bones that are made for that.


bad breath,tarter control,teeth cleaner for dogs.


wal-mart has a great variety of this
Reply:if you can't wash your dogs teeth then give your dog lots of natural marrow bones you can also get treats called denta stix which help keep the dogs teeth clean, also try putting something tasty on the tooth brush and let your dog lick it first, build up to gently moving the tooth brush and in no time your dog should get used to having its teeth cleaned, at the moment you are probably going too rough and your dog is not used to it,
Reply:Let the pros do it.





Your hands + angry dog's mouth= possible finger snack for dog..... just being funny.





No seriously, I've tried and tried to clean, brush, and use dog antiseptic mouthwash to get rid of stinky breath... an otherwise lovable dog goes absolutely bonkers if I go near her mouth. It's not worth it for me to see her get all upset. I've tried everything to get her comfortable with me entering into her forbidden area, and she won't budge. It's best left to groomers, vet, or animal dental technician. They are great at putting a dog at ease and doing a thorough job as well. Most places I checked out before I found my favorite place will include it in the price of the grooming. For severe plaque or extremely bad breath issues, invest in doggie dental cleaning. It's a little pricey, but can add years to your dogs life and is great for their health.





Hope that helps a little, or made ya laugh at least??
Reply:If he won't let you brush his teeth, give him dental chews and bones.





Ideally you should brush the dog's teeth at least 2-3 times a week. Instead of coming at the dog with a toothbrush and trying to push it into its mouth, work on introducing the toothbrush to the dog. Be slow and gentle. If he lets you, you can try putting the dog toothpaste on your finger before trying with the toothbrush. Or you can try with one of those toothbrushes that slip onto your finger.





If he is really aggressive and tries to bite too much, you may just want to stick to dental chews and bones.
Reply:Mix Listerine in with his water bowl! DUH.
Reply:give him some of those denti-chews



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If a Vet pulls teeth from a dog and doesnt give antibiotics and the dog gets a major infection: lawsuit??

For most types or oral surgery, antibiotics are given as a precautionary measure. Most of the time teeth are removed, it is because of disease or infection... unless it was something like a broken tooth, I think not giving antibiotics is reason for a malpractice claim. Keep the following things in mind though, did your vet give you post-op care advice and did you follow it? Did you have his infection treated at the very first sign and not wait a week to see if it went away? If you did everything correct and in a timely fashion, you should write a letter to your vet asking that he pay for all of the vet bills related to the incident. Make it look like a nice business letter and make sure you send it certified mail, it'll cost a few dollars but it gets the job done and lets him know you mean business. Under the law, there is no compensation for anything other than actual physical loss (bills for treatment or cost of replacement animal in the event of death.) It's a sick state of affairs but it is what it is. If the bills are more than the cost of your vets deductible, he is going to turn it over to his insurance company. The bad thing is that the insurance company is going to take a few months at least to repay the expenses. In my case it took about a year even though I had a solid case with 7 sources of supporting information; a few from veterinary texts. Long story though, leg fracture improperly treated with oversized pins on an ESF... short version, when the device was taken off his leg fractured through a pin site within 5 minutes.





If his insurance refused you still have a shot in small claims court (anything under $5k is small claims, no laywers permitted or needed.) But in court you are going to need to prove your case. That means doing research; finding reliable sources which show antibiotics should have been given. Vets are a lot like police and doctors, they don't like to testify or even give statements about eachother. You will be hard pressed to find another vet to state that in this case your dog absolutely should have be given antibiotics. If you do, and you can get him to write a letter, you will win without a doubt though. No matter what, when you write the certified letter to your vet or if you have to go to court, make sure you have SOMETHING other than "I think he shoulda got some antibiotics." You need to have evidence in your corner or you will never get anything. And please don't ask me, I'm not licensed and I'm just starting my 3rd year so I'm not qualified to write the letter. There is a ton of resources both at your local library and online. If the vet bills were more than $100 after the surgery it will be well worth your time to spend a few hours digging up resources. I don't know the exact details of your case, maybe your vet had a reason to not give antibiotics, maybe it was just a lapse in judgement (and therefore malpractice.) If your vet knows he was wrong he will probably help you in your case, he might offer to treat your dog for free or to pay your expenses out of pocket instead of going through his insurance.





It isn't an easy process... write the letter or talk with some other vets (the one who treated his infection?) and see what they think. Get their opinions without mentioning a lawsuit or malpractice or anything like that... try askthevet.com or a similar site too. Like I said, if you get a few sources or one vet to validate your claim you have no problems collecting on your claim. Good luck.

If a Vet pulls teeth from a dog and doesnt give antibiotics and the dog gets a major infection: lawsuit??
I would!
Reply:are you sue happy? worry about the dog
Reply:Well, you could sue for the vet. bill to get it fixed and to have that tooth pulled, but I don't think a dog can sue for pain and suffering, and I don't think you can for him.
Reply:Was this a veterinary dentist or a regular vet? We always took our dog to a vet dentist. I would first take my dog to a different vet for treatment and make sure he or she is going to be okay. Then you may want to see an attorney. I hope your pup will be well.
Reply:One or two teeth probably not. But if the dog already had some gum disease which was talked about, noticable, then pulled teeth...one would want to give anitbiotics...yeah. Do you know if the vet gave your pet any antibiotic injections afterwards? Get all the facts first.


Take into account the age of the dog, its overall health, etc. If youre dog is old and in ill health the vet would/should give anitbiotics to help the dog heal. If it was a young and seemingly healthy dog and only a couple teeth pulled ..probably not necessary for antibiotics.


Dont know all of your facts...so I hope this helps in some way.
Reply:if teeth were pulled, the vet probably gave an antibiotic injection before releasing the dog to you. It is pretty standard practice after any sort of surgery. Did the dog have teeth problems prior, infected gums..etc. If there were then the vet probably should have prescribed you something to take home...if it was only a couple teeth with no prior problems..the vet may have thought the injection would be enough.
Reply:would think so as they know what unsightly things dogs are likely to put in their mouths and they lick things and snif around poo,lawsuit i think,its not on to chance putting that animal at more risk he had less risk keeping the tooth ,and letting his own body disperse it.
Reply:Our vets usually give antibiotics and pain meds after teeth are extracted. Pets are also given an antibiotic injection the day of the dental. If the dental disease is really bad, they may start antibiotics five days before the dental and continue for five after the dental is performed.



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How many teeth does a dog have?

Generally 42.


Incisors.Canines. Premolars. Molars.


The most fascinating are the Carnassial teeth. A terrific piece of engineering!

How many teeth does a dog have?
42
Reply:adult dogs normally have 42
Reply:42 but not the puppies the probbly only have about 21 small ones.
Reply:i wudnt get that close lol
Reply:Not sure--but humans have 32-----sorry
Reply:Intersting Question..=]


Well and adult dog has about 40-42 teeth depends on the breed of the dog..


And a small dog or puppy would have around 20..
Reply:Generally speaking 42



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How many teeth does a dog have?

Adult dogs have 22 teeth in the upper jaw and 20 in the lower jaw.


So 42 in total.

How many teeth does a dog have?
enough to hurt
Reply:Dogs have 28 baby [milk] teeth and 42 permanent [adult] teeth.
Reply:Adult dogs have 42 teeth total, 22 on the upper part jaw, and 20 on the bottom jaw.


They will be in the mood to chew when they start growing them and will be very crabby.


Good Luck.
Reply:openyour mouth and count
Reply:Hi Michael A!


Like humans, dogs have two sets of teeth in their lives. The 28 baby teeth erupt through the gums between the third and sixth weeks of age.


Puppy teeth begin to shed and be replaced by permanent adult teeth at about four months of age. Although there is some variation in breeds, most adult dogs have 42 teeth, with the molars coming last, at about six or seven months.





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How many teeth does a dog have?

Dogs have 28 baby (milk) teeth and 42 permanent, adult teeth.

How many teeth does a dog have?
a lot of them!
Reply:48 adult teeth total.


Beware when they start growing the dog will want to chew and will be crabby, G' luck!
Reply:it depends
Reply:Enough to bite.
Reply:hey dogs have total 24 teeth
Reply:they have 42 teeth and their dental formula is 3142/3143
Reply:as an adult they have 42 ; incisor-3 on each side, canine 1 on each side, premolar 4 on each side, molar 2 on one side 3 on the other. As a puppy they have 28 teeth its the same except there is only 3 premolars and no molars
Reply:many to bite
Reply:42 teeths



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How many teeth does a dog and cat put together have??

I dunno, I've never seen a dog and cat put together.

How many teeth does a dog and cat put together have??
about 60 ish
Reply:alot :]
Reply:what kind of question is that ?????/
Reply:... why?
Reply:It depends on the breed and the age, quite a few i would say,
Reply:thirtyzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Reply:An adult dog should have 42 teeth and an adult cat should have 30 teeth (providing neither the cat or the dog had any teeth removed or fell out).


A cat and dog have 72 teeth altogether.



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Can bad teeth on a dog cause high protein in the urine?

i don't know about protein. i do know bad teeth can cause other organ problems, including heart disease.

Can bad teeth on a dog cause high protein in the urine?
I know that bad teeth can lead to heart problems. I've never heard of elevated protein levels due to bad teeth. It would more likely be a problem with the liver.
Reply:High protein in urine usually indicates kidney problems.


I suggest you take your dog for a check up at the vet.
Reply:If the dog is unable to eat enough his body will begin burning muscle for energy. Bad teeth is a problem.
Reply:I know bad teeth can cause bad breath, but not high protein in the urine. Please take your dog to the vet and get their liver check witha blood test.
Reply:Bad mandibular periodontal disease can be an indication of chronic renal failure.



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How many teeth does a dog have?

"Dogs have 42 teeth. Six pairs of sharp incisor teeth are in front of the mouth, flanked by two pairs of large canine ("dog") teeth. The other teeth are premolars and molars. The incisors and the canines are very important because the dog bites and tears at its food with these teeth."

How many teeth does a dog have?
More than enough to bite. :-)



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How many teeth does a dog have?What is a dog's normal temp?

Dogs have 28 baby (milk) teeth and 42 permanent, adult teeth.


a dogs normal temperature is 101-102 degrees

How many teeth does a dog have?What is a dog's normal temp?
normally dogs have 45 teeth! and im not sure bout dogs temperature but if u wont to know then get some books bout dogs!
Reply:A dogs normal body temperature (rectally) is 100.5-102.5. It is not considered a fever until above 103.
Reply:count the teeth - although many dogs have missing teeth which is a fault..... temp is 102
Reply:100*-102* temp range


42 pearly whites
Reply:Dogs should have 42 teeth:


12 x incisors


4 x canines


Pre-molars x 16


Molars x 4 (lower jaw)


Molars x 6 (upper jaw)


Some breeds do have less %26amp; it's usually the pre molars that are missing.
Reply:42 teeth and 101 temp
Reply:same as ur big teeth
Reply:I think 47



konq-bugs

Would loosing teeth make my dog throw up?

My min pin that's about 6 months was throwing up yesterday all of his food then wouldn't eat at all... When i went to clean up his throw up I noticed he had a tooth in it. and later saw he had another one in his bed.... would this make his sick to his stomach or do you think he ate something like a weed or something that made him sick???

Would loosing teeth make my dog throw up?
He probably ate some grass or something. Loosing teeth would not make him vomit. Keep an eye on him, if he is still vomiting tomorrow, or if his vomiting becomes more frequent, or if there is blood in his vomit, call your vet.
Reply:Well, He probably just ate something or too much of something. If your area has alot of cicadas,he most likely ate too many of them. My dogs have had 8 litters altogether, and none of the puppies have thrown up from teething. hope it helps :D



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Are the teeth of a dog part of the jaw or do the teeth each have their own roots like human teeth?

like people





Only creatures like sharks have teeth that originate in the jaw and keep replacing lost ones.

Are the teeth of a dog part of the jaw or do the teeth each have their own roots like human teeth?
individual rooted teeth
Reply:They have roots and they loose their baby teeth just like us
Reply:Just like us!
Reply:Each tooth comes out seperatly from the jaw.
Reply:They are just like human teeth
Reply:just like ares
Reply:Their teeth are like our teeth.
Reply:Dogs... as well as other animals have teeth with their own roots, etc.. They even have baby teeth when born that fall out and permanent teeth replace them.. just like humans..
Reply:They have roots just like ours, and they need routine cleaning like ours too.



konsole-devel

Two teeth of my 11 year old lab. retriever are decaying. What would happen to my dog if I don't treat them?

My aging dog went through one surgery two years ago to remove a tumor. I don't know if another full body anesthesia to remove the decaying teeth is appropriate. Also, the vet. is asking for 495 bucks for it and I'm tight with cash these days. As of now, my dog doesn't seem to have the toothache yet.

Two teeth of my 11 year old lab. retriever are decaying. What would happen to my dog if I don't treat them?
If you can't take care of your animal give it to someone who can or put him down rather than have him suffer as he Will;l if not treated .Then don't commit to something you can't take care of.
Reply:Your dog could get an infection. The infection could spread to your dog's brain and kill him/her. I would talk to your vet about being tight with cash your vet (a good vet) is usually understanding and willing to work out a payment plan. Whether your dog is in pain or not dont leave it untreated. If it were your child and you didnt have dental insurance would you let them go untreated because you were tight with money?
Reply:he will have a severe tooth ache and then they will rot and fall out. it will hurt him and can cause infection in his gum.
Reply:you might be able to get away with not treating it for a little bit, but once your dog start to have pain full teeth it can become vary ugly. wont be able to eat and may even attack out of pain and fear. I would try to get it taken care of, tell your vet how you don't have the cash and ask for advice. Ask how long it could wait or if they could cut the price down abit. If you have a good vet they will tell you strait up the truth and not just being trying to sell you something that isn't needed. You could even get another opinion of you really want. I don't know how much it would cost for them to take a quick look but you could call and ask. I haven't had a dog for a few years, prices have changed I bet.
Reply:if you don't get that taken care of, your dog's teeth will abcess and that will cause an infection and your dog will die. take it to a vet and have it taken care of
Reply:Your dog can get a terrible infection. Also heart disease has been linked to tooth decay. She can have the teeth pulled while still awake, with a shot of novocaine. It won't hurt her. I had 2 of my teeth pulled fully awake as a kid, and it didn't hurt.
Reply:Bad teeth can and do affect the major organs. You dog could die from this. The heart, the liver, the kidneys are all affected or can be affected by bad teeth. That is why preventative care is best, so it doesn't get to this point. If you do not have the teeth taken care of, the dog will eventually not only have terrible pain from the rotting teeth, but will be worse off from what it will do to it's major organs. Either find some vet, or the money to take care of the tooth problem or be prepared that it will die. A slow, miserable death.
Reply:Eventually, decay and infection will spread to the gums and jaws. Tooth decay can also lead to infections in the blood.


I'm surprised his Vet didn't inform you better.


Maybe he doesn't want it to look like he pressing you for money, or he doesn't bother if he thinks you can't afford it.





You may check other vets' prices or just keep an eye on him as he is pretty old.
Reply:it would be painful for the dog and the dog might get sick it cnt die from it though not unless you dont take care of it
Reply:get infected and fall out
Reply:Your dog can develop gingivitis, periodontal disease, which in turn can lead to infections to the rest of his body, which may lead to his death.





If you are short on cash, there is something you can do. Start by gradually changing his dog food to a dental health type of food. The dog food should also be dry, since that helps with decay. Also give him dental bones and chew toys to help break up the tartar and decay. You can also brush your dogs teeth which will also help a lot.





Usually you can find a vet who would be able to help you out like putting you on a payment plan to help cover the costs of the dental prophylaxis.





The anesthesia is also very safe, even for older dogs, and is definetly worth it to help with his teeth.





Good luck!
Reply:Hi,





I can completely understand how you feel regarding having your dear pet under another round of anesthesia. The results of not having canine dental care could result in an oral/gum abcess(s).





* Abcesses are terribly painful. Bone pain is one of the most painful for dogs and humans alike.





*The oral cavity has a large amount of mucousa/circulation which will allow the infection to travel quite quickly through the blood vessels to other organs.





* Beyond the pain, your dear pet may suffer from a septic infection, which will travel systemically throughout his/her entire body.


A septic infection if not treated right away will quickly turn to septic shock which could result in death.





*Older dogs have a more difficult time containing infection


than younger, more healthy dogs.





* I wouldn't just hope that it goes away or that the teeth will just fall out. With decay, it will only get worse.





*** Ask for a consultation with your veterinarian. Discuss the situation and ask him/her to give you any possible alternatives to teeth extraction. Let him/her know that you wish to keep your pet happy %26amp; heathly but currently your financial situation is very tight. Let her/him offer a payment plan.


(You are NOT the 1st person to ask her/him for a payment plan!)





If They do not offer a payment plan, call other vets in your area and speak to the office staff and ask about their payment plans





.... Another suggestion .... If you live in a larger city, you might call a University that has a Veterinarian medical school and ask about what their school can offer.





.... MOST have a clinic where you can bring your pet for treatment where they are treated by their senior students under direct supervision. ....





*** GOOD LUCK *** You can tell you really love your pet ***
Reply:Call your local animal humane society for reference to a vet willing to work with your animals dental problem and your economic constraints. There are even groups who will fund people trying to act responsibly on their animals behalf but are financially limited. Don't procrastinate or give up! You are your dog's 'mouth piece'. Your dog deserves the help and you do too! Treat your animal as you do yourself, perhaps even better since the animal is dependent on you!



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How big are the Nuggets for Healthy dog foods? Too big for my chihuahua? Also how to help her teeth??

Eagle Pack Holistic, Canidae (esp this one), Innova %26amp; Solid Gold





I can't seem to find a photo online other than the outside bags %26gt;_%26lt;





My chihuahua won't chew big stuff





The only hard foods she's eaten are meow mix and some dog food the lady we bought her from gave us that was about the size of cat food nuggets





we even have to cut up ceasers wet food for her


One food she never turns down, %26amp; chicken





she has bad teath


I brush them


and we get them cleaned professionally


(how often should I do this anyway?)





but she still has problems


the vet/s recommended dry food


and chewbones


so I'm trying to find a healthy dry food


(my last dog had horrible allergies and heart issues due to bad dog foods)


and I bought one of those flavored nylabones (is that healthy?) but she doesn't chew on it often at all





any ideas to help her teeth?





She paws at her mouth, chews on her legs (which I stop), and chews on the corners of her blanket or soft toys.





Also she has bad tarter.

How big are the Nuggets for Healthy dog foods? Too big for my chihuahua? Also how to help her teeth??
try evengers chicken and brown rice it is holistic and it is very small chunks . I have two chis and they love it . you can go to evengers .com. we buy ours from a boutique.she will ship it if you need her too . I have her phone number and her name just email me . also if you are worried about cost ,does not cost more than commercial food.
Reply:Timberwolf Organics kibble is very small.





Actually, if you soak any kibble in hot water, it becomes a mush like consistence anyway. If your Chihuahua has dental problems she might prefer eating it mushed down.
Reply:I own # 8 Chihuahuas and I also breed them. I feed mine Canidae All Life Stages, with Chicken, Turkey, Lamb and Fish. The kibble is small and my chihuahuas love Canidae.
Reply:Forget about finding a good dog food on the market, none are any good. As the author of the following book, I recommend a complete homemade food diet. Since you have such a small dog, you could cook once a month for her, in 15 minutes, and be feeding her the very best. Go on Amazon.com or Barnesandnoble.com and by this book


Woofing it down has all the recipes you could never need.



Visual Basic

Have you ever opened a cat food pouch (or dog food) with your teeth and wound up with a mouth full?

Or even a taste?


I have never done this but I usually have to open the little packets of ketchup or dressing with my teeth (not very classy I know). Just got wondering if anyone has done the same (without thinking about it) with pet food with bad consequences. I'm really sorry for you if you have (eewwww)

Have you ever opened a cat food pouch (or dog food) with your teeth and wound up with a mouth full?
yes I was taken a semester in a vet's hospital and I endedtry to feed 23 cats and dogs at feeding time and I tried to hurry as fast as possible, I ended up having tuna, chicken, lambwith rice for lunch. I feel your pain, don't worry the food is cooked .
Reply:Nope...can't say I have.


My kids eat dry food.


But, I did taste it once


on a dare. It wasn't nasty...


and not that big of a deal



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My girlfriend's yorkie has bad breath, but the dog hates having its teeth brushed?

we tried greenies and stuff, and also those toys that are supposed to freshen your dog's breath, but the yorkie's mouth is just too small for a lot of that stuff. any suggestions?

My girlfriend's yorkie has bad breath, but the dog hates having its teeth brushed?
Have a dental done at the vet and lay off of the canned food.
Reply:they make brite bites bones in many sizes for all size dogs.


I also have small dogs and they suffer from bad breath occassionally.
Reply:You may want to take the dog to the vets for proffessional teeth cleaning. Teh dog just doesn't want that stuff I have a 1 3/4 pound full grown pomeranian and she can eat all that stuff. she really enjoys the dog biscuits for large dogs.


Sometimes we have to do what our two and four legged children don't like my 3 year old daughter doesn't like to brush her teeth and doesn't rally like me to do it but tht's just something that has to be done.
Reply:Don't feed it wet food. Wet food is bad for little dogies. Also don't think that the dog will have breath like Colgate Toothpaste. THIS IS AN PET/ANIMAL WE ARE TALKING ABOUT!!!!
Reply:I've seen these things called Yip Yaps they're really popular and like little breath mints
Reply:Yorkie's teeth are notoriously bad. While the greenies, and tooth brushing can help slightly for tarter, the only thing that is really going to help is to go to the vet and have a dental scaling done. Depending on what area you are in it is most likely going to cost $200-300 for a basic dentistry to grade 1. If her/his mouth has more substantial periodontal disease then the cost will be higher. Not having the dental scaling performed will cause other diseases, the infection from her/his mouth will spread to organs such as the heart, liver, and kidneys. Before the procedure, she/he should have pre anesthetic lab work done to make sure those organs I mentioned above are not already damaged, she/he will be put under anesthesia (it is MUCH safer then not doing the scaling) the teeth will be scaled, polished, and flouride will be applied. Please visit templeterraceanimal.com for more information.
Reply:Did you try brushing with a finger toothbrush? Some dogs don't mind those as much as a regular toothbrush. Also, maybe the dog just doesn't like the toothpaste. My greyhounds get their teeth brushed regularly, but when I bought a different toothpaste by mistake (they like mint), they all were turning their heads away from the taste.





If the dog's teeth are really bad, or if it has gingivitis, you really should get the vet to check them, they might need cleaning. Decaying teeth and gingivitis can lead to serious health problems like heart and kidney failure.
Reply:One of the things you are going to have to do is get him into the habit of getting his teeth brushed. After he gets his teeth brushed give him a reward. That will make him less resistant to the need of brushing.
Reply:As a Yorkie owner I can help you with this. Yorkies are prone to tooth decay and gum disease, for the very reason. Their mouths are small and hard to clean. I have my dogs teeth cleaned annually. The vet has to put him to sleep so it cost a bit, but it is worth it. In regards to Greenies, they sell them in numerous sizes, but my dog prefers the chips. I used to buy the pieces, until I thought: Why, am I paying the price for this. Now I by the large ones, and place them inside a plastic bad and whack them with a rolling pin. Consider the tooth cleaning idea, being able to cuddle you pet is priceless.
Reply:Yorkies are very prone to bad teeth. Almost every Yorkie that has came into my rescue had the worst teeth and breathe I have ever seen!





Yorkies need professional cleanings.. I know my vet's basic fee is $65 for a dental.. Which is VERY cheap! I have seen them go into the $500 or more!





Research vets, make sure you get a good vet, with reasonable prices!





Good Luck!
Reply:Dry dog food, dog bones, etc. don't keep teeth clean like advertised. The grains used in dog food are a big contributor to plaque as dogs being carnivores don't have those enzymes in their saliva. Brushing teeth if dog will let you, does prolong professional cleanings.





But with this method, you probably won't need vet cleanings and can avoid the risk of anesthetics that go along with vet teeth cleaning.





Let the dog clean it's teeth the old fashioned way. You will need to be there supervising while the actual cleaning is taking place.





===Have your vet check that dog does not already have any chipped or cracked teeth or you will be blaming the bone on a broken tooth Dogs with healthy teeth can chew bones. ===





From the grocery store get beef ribs (not weight bearing bones cause they are too hard.) Cut the ribs apart and freeze. Give a thawed meaty (lots of tough connective tissue) rib once a week. The chewing, knawing %26amp; pulling action will amazingly floss and clean the teeth...even the back molars. The rib can be rinsed and refrigerated and used for a couple of days. I let mine chew for about 10 minutes a day a couple of times a week. Once the meat is gone, I only let them eat a little of the bone before trashing it.





Supervise all raw meaty bone eating. I'd cut off as much fat as you can, cause it can give the dog runs. Eating too much bone will cause the poops to be crumbly/firmer.
Reply:try looking at ryans pet supplies also other places .Dont use greenies there acually bad .



C#

About how much would it cost for my dog to have her teeth removed?

She's a chihuahua/pug and she needs all of her teeth removed. Does anyone have an idea on how much it might cost?

About how much would it cost for my dog to have her teeth removed?
You should call your vet and get a quote on approximately how much it will cost to pull the teeth- it is different at every vets office. They really don't mind you calling and asking ahead of time. They may give you a break on it because so many are being pulled. At our clinic, the doctor just sets s fee of so much if he pulling more than 10 teeth, so yours may do that also. It is always best to ask ahead of time, because then you know how much it is for anesthesia, pre-surgery bloodwork, pulling of the teeth, antibiotics, pain meds, and such. You will not be bugging the clinic by callling and asking, they get these kind of questions everyday and are more than willing to help.
Reply:Isn't it about $85 per tooth? Around that, I think. The bill will probably be around $800-$1000.
Reply:My dog is a 15 y.o. chihuahua and needs the work done too, but he is much to old. We knew someone who did the surgery on their dog and it cost 1,000
Reply:it probaly will cast 1,000 dollars or so its expensive
Reply:You will have to call around to get definate figures. Vets done mind answering questions like that, you should just call afew and find out. It may differ from town to town or state to state.
Reply:Hi My pug had two teeth removed and the rest cleaned. It cost around $120



Poetry

How many people are afraid of an attack dog that stores its teeth in a jar by the nightstand?

Afraid of a chia pet with alzheimers and says the same old things for years?? Cheney is not an attack dog theres nothing scary about senility except that its going to get you one day too.

How many people are afraid of an attack dog that stores its teeth in a jar by the nightstand?
I am afraid of dogs...even a puppy
Reply:Wondering if you are just passing along a bit of wisdom or if there is a political message here.
Reply:I don't know....does he keep a gun under his pillow?
Reply:What's your point?



Java and C++

HELP! I am dogsitting a friend's dog and the dog growls and shows teeth whenever I approach it.?

The dog is in the house and needs to be walked and taken out to do his business. The dog is 7 months old, but is already big. On all fours he is 2-3 feet tall.

HELP! I am dogsitting a friend's dog and the dog growls and shows teeth whenever I approach it.?
Don't approach the dog, it is certainly not worth getting bit or perminatly scared, over a walk. Worse case senario, clean up after him.





You do not want to yell, discourage, tap him, repremand him or spray him with a water bottle, that will just go to justify his fear and he'll never trust you and learn to really dislike you!! A reaction like that from you will only make matters much worse and will pose more of a hazard to you and the dog.!!





Dont put your hand in his face so he can sniff it, because if he's an aggressive dog he'll bite it no matter what you smell like, and if he's scared he'll bite it because you are still encroaching on his space. Dogs don't like anything up in their face its very intimidating. Best bet is to ignore him and allow him to relax, then introduce yourself to him by allowing him to calm down and be assertive (by calling him to you). Move slow and gentle, and he'll learn that you aren't going to hurt him.





By approaching the dog, you are probably scaring him a bit and making him defenssive. Insead, bring the dog to you, call him to you, if he's scared to drop it and do something else, once he relaxes with you being there try again, but don't make a big deal out of it. He'll probably relax after a while and become your best friend.





Some dogs get scared when they aren't sure who you are, and can become defensive. You could try, bringing out the leash, getting a treat and head to the door the dog normally goes out to go potty. Call the pup, and have him come to you, when he comes don't make direct eye contact (that can be intimidating to him) pull out your treat and tell him to sit, once he sits bring the treat with one hand and the leash with the other, let him mouth the treat while you hook up the leash, once your hooked up praise him and let him finish the treat. Take him out to go potty, and when its time to take the leash off, take out the treat again, make him sit and unhook him and allow him to finish the treat.





Allow him time to get to know you, plop down on the couch and watch some TV or read a magazine and ignore him, he might want you to pet him but don't pay any attention to him. Once you see he has relaxed with you there, call for him and when he comes give him some loving. I'm sure he's a bit aprehensive about his family being away.





Like I said earlier, if you feel this dog can really pose a threat to you, its not worth getting bit over, just clean up his mess and stay out of his way.
Reply:don't stare straight at him. Move slowly-no sudden moves! get to a phone and ring the owners.
Reply:He is showing aggression towards you as he is not familiar to you. DO NOT pet him.Try giving him food but scoot down slowly and let him come to you.Don't go to him!
Reply:I'd be a little scared.
Reply:Just be very cautious around the dog. Try to just hold your hand out in front of his nose, not close,so he can approach you and smell you. Don't make fast movements or try to pet him. try to hold a treat in front of him. Also don't look into his eyes, to dogs staring is a sign of aggression. Also if you do get a leash on him and he tries to be aggressive use a commanding voice and say NO! If he is still aggressive just call the owners or don't bother walking him because you need to take care of your safety first.
Reply:Make friends with him/her. Don't you have some nice doggy yummies? If not, get some. Dogs are suckers for treats. If you want to have a positive relationship with the dog, make him/her EARN them. Don't just give them out. Make him/her sit or do something simple. That invokes obedience. And INSIST that they "TAKE IT NICE!" Dogs understand tone of voice.
Reply:bite him
Reply:You need to get a leash on the dog and take it for a walk and show it that you are in charge. Approach him slowly and non-threateningly with the leash in your hand. Don't talk to him or make all mushy mushy. Make a loop with the leash and carefully put it over his head. When it is on, give it a little jerk and go twards the door.





Or you could stand at the door with the leash and call him over, maybe he would be distracted.
Reply:He thinks you are a stranger. He is protecting his turf, even if he's at your house. Make sure there is good lighting. Put your hand out to him/her palm down so he/she can sniff it, take it slow. Have treats ready as some dogs like food bribes. If he calms down for you, carefully try to pet him softly. Do not be afraid, animals can sense the chemical changes from fear. Stay calm, relaxed and let the dog know you are dominant. It could be the dog is testing your dominance.
Reply:Tell him to shut up, say "NO!". Don't show fear. If he has some type of snacks, feed him. If not feed him some of his food.





Do not feed him from his dish until you have gotten him to eat from your hand.





2-3 feet tall, is he a Mastiff?
Reply:The best way to a dogs heart is through his stomach and dogs love peanut butter. Let hims see you set a plate with some creamy peanut butter dolloped on it on the floor where he can get it. If this doesn't work try some bacon. If that doesn't work I'd be very surprised.





DO NOT try to approach the dog until after it has finished the food. Dog's are very territorial at this time, so give him room. Once he's done grab one of his favorite toys or a ball and sit on the floor in another room and start playing with it. He may come over to join you.





Good Luck!
Reply:The majority of dogs will bite out of fear. Do not give this dog a reason to be afraid by grabbing it or backing it into a corner.


Let the dog out of its cage or kennel, and walk away. Move about the house doing other activities and ignore the dog completely. Doing this will inevitably cause the dog to gravitate towards you.


Food or treats can be helpful also. Do not put treats on the floor. Instead grab a food bowl, and put the treats in one at a time. The dog must take them out of the bowl, not retrieve them when thrown on the floor. Putting them in the bowl one a time will show the dog that you are completely in control of his food, eliminating another source of aggression.


Get on these owner's cases NOW! This is a huge problem at seven months and could become potentially unmanageable and dangerous in the future. This dog needs socialization and training classes PRONTO!
Reply:Do the same thing to it. Growl and show your teeth. See how much he likes that.





If anything get a bottle of water and spray water in his face when he does it. It is very annoying and thats how I got my moms dog to stop. Everytime I would visit it would try to bite me.
Reply:If you have a little bit of time to spend there before walking him, I would hang out/sit near him, but kind of ignoring him (by sitting and being on the same level as him, you're less intimidating to him, and he'll be less likely to be afraid). Just be there, and let him come up to you so he can check you out. Once he's approached you, let him sniff you. You may want to put your hand out once he's shown some interest, so he can become accustomed to your scent. Move slowly but deliberately. And there's a reason they say dogs can smell fear. They can sense if you're afraid of them, so act as cool, calm %26amp; collected as you possibly can.





Have you spent time with the dog before, but it's only now showing aggression?
Reply:1st off do not show ur fear. The dog feels this.


You can either throw a blanket over his head to catch him-once caught-keep collar %26amp; leash on him.


OR-you can sit down in floor with a big bowl of canned food %26amp; hope he is hungry!


NEVER BABYSIT for a dog/cat that doesn't no u.
Reply:If your dead set on getting the dog out Ronin's answer above is definately the right approach, but if your not comfortable doing this, don't do it. Get in touch with the owners and make sure it has food and water



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