She is only 2.
My dog is losing her teeth, can I get her dentures?
Yes. Get her fitted for dentures.
Reply:I honestly don't think they sell dog dentures but if they keep falling out you will have to have the dog eat soft dog food...take her to the vet and see what they say.
Reply:What is wrong with your dog that she is losing her teeth at 2? Take her to the vet now!
Reply:No.
Take her to the Vet and see if there is a reason for this. I would think you would have done this before asking on here.
Reply:Sorry, no dentures.
There are some breeds that don't have good teeth to start out with. So what you are experiencing may not be that unusual for your breed. But it is important to brush your dog's teeth about 5 times a week with a soft child's brush and dog toothpaste.
And your vet can do professional cleanings as needed.
If you do indeed have one of the breeds that doesn't have strong teeth then you still can feed it dry food, and should, if the back teeth are intact and healthy. But make sure to brush them and see the vet for regular check ups.
If at some point your dog loses it's back teeth then you can switch to canned food. But try your best to keep what is left for as long as possible.
So, get some good toothpaste from your vet and I wish you good luck!
Reply:No, because she may swallow them. I think animals learn to eat soft canned food without teeth. But you must check why she is losing her teeth. Ask the vet to do some tests.
Reply:this is a really silly question ! i don't believe they make such a thing .. take your pet to the vet and see what needs to be done , she could have a disease
Reply:the dog is still losing its baby teeth
Reply:My dog lost some teeth when she was a puppy, I don't recall how long it lasted. If your dog starts losing a lot of teeth then take her to the vet. But if it's only a few, it's probably normal and she is losing her baby teeth.
Reply:There has to be a reason, why a dog at the age of 2, would be losing her teeth. They don't make doggie dentures. You really need to take your dog to the vet and have her checked out to find out what's causing her to lose her teeth, and having the vet try to find a way to stop it. 2 Year old is awful young for her to be losing her teeth. Good Luck! Hope you find a solution.
Reply:Hello.
My advice, just as much everyone answered her is to TAKE HER TO THE VET.
Hope that helps. Take care and God bless.
Treat thy pet as part of the family, for indeed it becomes part of thy family.
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Sunday, August 2, 2009
What does it mean when a dog has two rows of teeth like a shark?
My bf's shitzu has two rows of teeth at the bottom and they're crooked. Is this normal and is there a way to fix it?
What does it mean when a dog has two rows of teeth like a shark?
It means the the dog didn't lose his puppy teeth, and is not normal. The dog needs to go to the vet to have them pulled before they start causing problems (like deforming the rest of the teeth and causing infections and abscesses).
Reply:Shitzu have a tendency to have crooked teeth not sure why. Not much I think you can do about it. Just try to keep them clean.
Reply:orthodontics maybe? i think its normal for ur dog to have a not so well arranged teeth most of us also have the same problem
Reply:He is a very rare breed.Do you want to sell him?He is a piranha dog from the dead sea region.Is he male?I have a female.I use her to get rid of trees.She gnaws away all day.
Reply:He might have retained puppy teeth that didn't fall out when his big teeth came in, if this is the case your vet can pull the retained teeth. My chihuahua had this problem and the vet pulled the extra teeth out when the dog was asleep getting neutered. Or his teeth could just be very crowded and nothing to worry about unless it makes it difficult for him to eat. It is very common for toy and small breed dogs to have crooked teeth caused by crowding because their jaws are so small. I know the snaggely teeth can make an otherwise beautiful dog look a little less appealing but they don't put braces on dogs.
Reply:It usually means the puppy's baby teeth didn't fall out before the adult teeth grew in. If the puppy gets much older have a vet check it. It isn't usually a problem and the baby teeth will fall out, but occasionally gum irritation and/or infection can occur if it goes on too many months.
Reply:Yes, A specialist can , But it will be Rather expensive. If money is a problem explain it to Him/HER They probably could do a procedure that will make your pet more comfortable.Your vet can direct you. And no it is not normal it is a genetic related fault and should be corrected if possible. This breed seems to have a problem with an overshot lower jaw , which contributes greately to this problem.
Reply:Sheesh that's a tough one, but that breed is a rare one, maybe ask a vet or something?
Reply:How old is the dog? It could be some are the baby teeth and jsut haven't come out because the new ones pushed up in a different place.
It can be fixed. It is usually a problem that comes with poor breeding. Speak to the vet, they can tell what needs to be done and if it requires a specialist. They can also tell if the dog will have any problems that stems from it. We haven't had any problems with the two of ours. My husbands Uncle has a shih tzu that needed some teeth removal, but they got the dog through a pet store (later discovered to be a puppy farm pup) This happens more often when pet quality pets breed.
Make sure you alert the breeder if possible. A good breeder wants to know of any possibly genetic complications They need to know the complication developed because if it has happened with other pups they need to stop breeding that line of dogs. Of course sometimes it can happen even with good breeding.
Reply:He has probably retained his puppy teeth.You need to make an appointment to have them removed,as they will cause problems as he gets older.Food will become lodged between the two sets of teeth and cause horrible-smelling breath and possible gum and teeth infections.It's best to do it as soon as possible as it may be uncomfortable for him as well.
Reply:Whow looks like tome you have a dog with a mouth full of teeth the bulldog has what looks like two rows of teeth on the top in the front of there mouths
Reply:My male Peke has the same thing. We had him X-rayed believing they were left over baby teeth. They were not. Some dogs are prone to crooked or extra teeth. All of his teeth turned out to be adult teeth and the vet said they should be left alone unless they caused eating problems. He is fine. It does look funny . She said since he is a neutered pet no further action was needed.
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What does it mean when a dog has two rows of teeth like a shark?
It means the the dog didn't lose his puppy teeth, and is not normal. The dog needs to go to the vet to have them pulled before they start causing problems (like deforming the rest of the teeth and causing infections and abscesses).
Reply:Shitzu have a tendency to have crooked teeth not sure why. Not much I think you can do about it. Just try to keep them clean.
Reply:orthodontics maybe? i think its normal for ur dog to have a not so well arranged teeth most of us also have the same problem
Reply:He is a very rare breed.Do you want to sell him?He is a piranha dog from the dead sea region.Is he male?I have a female.I use her to get rid of trees.She gnaws away all day.
Reply:He might have retained puppy teeth that didn't fall out when his big teeth came in, if this is the case your vet can pull the retained teeth. My chihuahua had this problem and the vet pulled the extra teeth out when the dog was asleep getting neutered. Or his teeth could just be very crowded and nothing to worry about unless it makes it difficult for him to eat. It is very common for toy and small breed dogs to have crooked teeth caused by crowding because their jaws are so small. I know the snaggely teeth can make an otherwise beautiful dog look a little less appealing but they don't put braces on dogs.
Reply:It usually means the puppy's baby teeth didn't fall out before the adult teeth grew in. If the puppy gets much older have a vet check it. It isn't usually a problem and the baby teeth will fall out, but occasionally gum irritation and/or infection can occur if it goes on too many months.
Reply:Yes, A specialist can , But it will be Rather expensive. If money is a problem explain it to Him/HER They probably could do a procedure that will make your pet more comfortable.Your vet can direct you. And no it is not normal it is a genetic related fault and should be corrected if possible. This breed seems to have a problem with an overshot lower jaw , which contributes greately to this problem.
Reply:Sheesh that's a tough one, but that breed is a rare one, maybe ask a vet or something?
Reply:How old is the dog? It could be some are the baby teeth and jsut haven't come out because the new ones pushed up in a different place.
It can be fixed. It is usually a problem that comes with poor breeding. Speak to the vet, they can tell what needs to be done and if it requires a specialist. They can also tell if the dog will have any problems that stems from it. We haven't had any problems with the two of ours. My husbands Uncle has a shih tzu that needed some teeth removal, but they got the dog through a pet store (later discovered to be a puppy farm pup) This happens more often when pet quality pets breed.
Make sure you alert the breeder if possible. A good breeder wants to know of any possibly genetic complications They need to know the complication developed because if it has happened with other pups they need to stop breeding that line of dogs. Of course sometimes it can happen even with good breeding.
Reply:He has probably retained his puppy teeth.You need to make an appointment to have them removed,as they will cause problems as he gets older.Food will become lodged between the two sets of teeth and cause horrible-smelling breath and possible gum and teeth infections.It's best to do it as soon as possible as it may be uncomfortable for him as well.
Reply:Whow looks like tome you have a dog with a mouth full of teeth the bulldog has what looks like two rows of teeth on the top in the front of there mouths
Reply:My male Peke has the same thing. We had him X-rayed believing they were left over baby teeth. They were not. Some dogs are prone to crooked or extra teeth. All of his teeth turned out to be adult teeth and the vet said they should be left alone unless they caused eating problems. He is fine. It does look funny . She said since he is a neutered pet no further action was needed.
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Can dogs' teeth be pulled or shaved for cosmetic reasons?
I just got a tibetian spaniel and he's the cutest little dog, however, he has the most horrible underbite! His bottom teeth are brown and yellow and protrude grossly out of his mouth. I know he needs a good cleaning but I was wondering could they be pulled or shaved ( waaaay) down for cosmetic reasons? They stick so far out of his mouth they are no help with eating. Has anyone out there had a similar experience?
Can dogs' teeth be pulled or shaved for cosmetic reasons?
While he is asleep for the cleaning your vet could do whatever needs to be done for the best interest of the dog. If the teeth are not rotten they shouldn't be pulled unless they bother him. Cosmetic surgery is not needed on a dog. He is perfect just the way God made him.
Reply:a vet could pull them.. and they sound rotten, so that may be the best solution to prevent gum diesease.
Reply:i would defn consult a vet, as long as his teeth arent causing health concerns for the prro dog or isnt interfering with his eating or chewing, i would just use regular dog toothpaste to keep his teeth clean and use dental wipes but wouldnt do anything without a vet's consult.
Reply:They could be pulled if their rotten teeth, however if they're healthy leave the poor dog be! You would put your innocent pet throught immense pain because you don't like the way he looks?! You shouldn't be allowed to own pets.
Reply:Talk to your vet about this. If your dog's teeth are really bad, he may need some pulled simply because they are very decayed. While it's always bad to lose teeth, by pulling a few, that may create more space in your dog's mouth for his teeth and help his bite.
However, I have never heard of shaving a dog's tooth down for cosmetic reasons. Keep in mind, you can't just trim down a tooth like a piece of wood. The nerve or root of the tooth must be preserved. Cosmetics on humans is expensive enough (with caps, crowns, whitening, bonding, etc.). I can only imagine doing so for a dog, if it even can be done, would be quite costly.
But do get your dog a good dental check-up and cleaning. This may help him quite a bit.
Good luck!
Reply:umm well i wouldn't just pull them for cosmetic reasons. maybe you should see if your vets thinks you should do it for other reasons..it will be costly though
Reply:No offence...but it's wrong to do anything like that to a dog for "cosmetic" purposes. Dogs don't care what they look like, so why put him though the stress or pain of the procedure?
If it's affecting him, then do it. Something like that could be a problem for his health.
So no, not for your own gain.
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Can dogs' teeth be pulled or shaved for cosmetic reasons?
While he is asleep for the cleaning your vet could do whatever needs to be done for the best interest of the dog. If the teeth are not rotten they shouldn't be pulled unless they bother him. Cosmetic surgery is not needed on a dog. He is perfect just the way God made him.
Reply:a vet could pull them.. and they sound rotten, so that may be the best solution to prevent gum diesease.
Reply:i would defn consult a vet, as long as his teeth arent causing health concerns for the prro dog or isnt interfering with his eating or chewing, i would just use regular dog toothpaste to keep his teeth clean and use dental wipes but wouldnt do anything without a vet's consult.
Reply:They could be pulled if their rotten teeth, however if they're healthy leave the poor dog be! You would put your innocent pet throught immense pain because you don't like the way he looks?! You shouldn't be allowed to own pets.
Reply:Talk to your vet about this. If your dog's teeth are really bad, he may need some pulled simply because they are very decayed. While it's always bad to lose teeth, by pulling a few, that may create more space in your dog's mouth for his teeth and help his bite.
However, I have never heard of shaving a dog's tooth down for cosmetic reasons. Keep in mind, you can't just trim down a tooth like a piece of wood. The nerve or root of the tooth must be preserved. Cosmetics on humans is expensive enough (with caps, crowns, whitening, bonding, etc.). I can only imagine doing so for a dog, if it even can be done, would be quite costly.
But do get your dog a good dental check-up and cleaning. This may help him quite a bit.
Good luck!
Reply:umm well i wouldn't just pull them for cosmetic reasons. maybe you should see if your vets thinks you should do it for other reasons..it will be costly though
Reply:No offence...but it's wrong to do anything like that to a dog for "cosmetic" purposes. Dogs don't care what they look like, so why put him though the stress or pain of the procedure?
If it's affecting him, then do it. Something like that could be a problem for his health.
So no, not for your own gain.
Visual Basic
Question about dogs teeth?
my dog is only just one and has badly strained back teeth. they are brown despite the fact that i have brushed them with dog toothpase everyday since she first had them. i feed her IAMS dried food and am wondering if it is the dye in the food which is staining them. it cant be plaque . i havent caused it by 'over' brushing have i? they are not decaying, just discoloured. should i carry on brushing them?
Question about dogs teeth?
Yes, continue Brushing, but change the food to to a better grade of food. Iams has not got all that it should.
Have your Vet check his/her teeth.
Reply:I don't know but I think its OK. Probably not from over brushing but you can cut it down if you want to once every 3 days because dogs are not people. If you want to know for sure contact a vet in person or over the phone. Or wait for more answers here.
Reply:Get that baby some of those raw hide chewies. They will help clean the teeth. Make sure they are large enough not to swallow whole.. Dogs need to chew on stuff.. AND age does that, to dogs, humans and all animals..
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Reply:all dogs teeth turn brown sooner or later ive had 5 dogs in my life and only one has never had stained teeth and shes only maybe 4 or 5 years old
Reply:What does your Veternarian say?
Reply:go see a vet.. Tho it might be just normal colour my dog have that. Dog can't keep having white theeth. Go see your vet he will help you.
Reply:If your dog isn't having any pain, and the teeth are not loose, and the gums look healthy, then it's probably just staining. It could be caused by the food, or something he/she's chewing on in the yard, etc. You might try giving him a DentaBone every now and again, but I don't think they have any stain-fighting properties. They are a good way to keep your dog's teeth healthy generally though.
Reply:You can buy "chewies" from pet stores, different sizes up to about 12 inches long. Dogs will sit and chew them for ages and clean thier teeth at the same time, you dont want to think about what they are made from tho! You need to present them as a gift so that the dog will understand that its ok to chew and that it belongs to them and until they get the idea you may need to play fetch a while
Reply:I feed my dog Eukanuba dog food and her teeth look great. She doesn't even have dog breath, it doesn't smell at all.
Reply:It's probably tartar or calculus which is accumulating on the teeth and then staining with food dyes.
I'm a dentist ,so if people (in general) are unable to keep their own teeth plaque-free how can one expect them to be able to keep their dogs' teeth clean? I'm not criticising your cleaning - just stating a fact.
That's why vets offer a teeth cleaning service for dogs!!!
Reply:Yes carry on brushing them, but change foods. IAMS isn't an excellent food. Try Chicken Soup, or Proplan Select. These are good foods which have meat as a first ingredient and don't have hair, stomach contents and hooves as ingredients (animal byproducts). Also give her beef bones ever now and again to chew on as these are great for helping clean dogs teeth.
Reply:I would take the dog to the vets just to get them checked out, they are very good at advising what helps with keeping teeth healthy, I have always found our vets very helpful with matters regarding teeth, as they are aware that keeping teeth healthy can alleviate problems in times to come - GOOD LUCK
Reply:Some food will leave stains no matter how often you brush your dog's teeth. I think you should give him Denta rasks after his food, these really help cleaning teeth, they're more enjoyable for your dog as well.
Try them for a week or so, see what happens. Also observe your dog while he eats. Does he seem to have problems chewing? Is he over slaivating? If it was bad teeth (That happens to dogs as well) You would notice it then.
So try the rasks for a week and if no change, signs of pain from teh dog, take him to the Vet.
Best wishes
Reply:just carry on brushing as dogs teeth are not supposed to be white anyway and get some chewy bits that he can chew for a while, thats what i do and yes i was worried first when i saw my dogs yellow teeth but the vet said it was normal.
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 flavor 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.
I would switch to Canidae, Innova, Wellness, solid Gold or Wysong.
These are all better kibbles than IAMS, and have no food coloring.
I feed Canidae....It is the best i have found after 38 years of breeding dogs.
My old dog went to have a small cyst removed. The vet normally cleans dog's teeth when they have them under for minor ssurgery. he was amazed that her teeth were so clean, that he didn't need to do anything.....She has never had them cleaned.
Iams used to be a good kibble, but recently changed their formula...
Reply:First, stop feeding that IAMS garbage.. then make an appointment with your vet to have a dental cleaning done. Dogs need this every 2 years.. It is not cheap but worth it and they will keep their teeth longer..
Reply:DON'T feed your dog IAMS dog food,the Iams Co.is cruel to animals!!!!!!. Go to yahoo search bar ,%26amp; look up,------ safe dog foods, that are natual %26amp; haven't been tested on dogs.! IAMS cruelty.com
Reply:Carry on brushing them also buy Denta Stix (pedigree chum)
they keep my dogs teeth lovely %26amp; clean i also give her spearmint bonio
Reply:At the age of one, his teeth should all be nice, brite white, and unstained.
Change your food. We had a rescue come in and it was hard to determine his age. He had the stained teeth of an eight yr old. After 2 weeks on my food, his teeth started looking his age. After a month, we could properly age him as being only 12 months old. Food can and does make a difference.
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Question about dogs teeth?
Yes, continue Brushing, but change the food to to a better grade of food. Iams has not got all that it should.
Have your Vet check his/her teeth.
Reply:I don't know but I think its OK. Probably not from over brushing but you can cut it down if you want to once every 3 days because dogs are not people. If you want to know for sure contact a vet in person or over the phone. Or wait for more answers here.
Reply:Get that baby some of those raw hide chewies. They will help clean the teeth. Make sure they are large enough not to swallow whole.. Dogs need to chew on stuff.. AND age does that, to dogs, humans and all animals..
God bless %26amp; Hugs from Texas. {:-)
%26lt;%26gt;%26lt;
Reply:all dogs teeth turn brown sooner or later ive had 5 dogs in my life and only one has never had stained teeth and shes only maybe 4 or 5 years old
Reply:What does your Veternarian say?
Reply:go see a vet.. Tho it might be just normal colour my dog have that. Dog can't keep having white theeth. Go see your vet he will help you.
Reply:If your dog isn't having any pain, and the teeth are not loose, and the gums look healthy, then it's probably just staining. It could be caused by the food, or something he/she's chewing on in the yard, etc. You might try giving him a DentaBone every now and again, but I don't think they have any stain-fighting properties. They are a good way to keep your dog's teeth healthy generally though.
Reply:You can buy "chewies" from pet stores, different sizes up to about 12 inches long. Dogs will sit and chew them for ages and clean thier teeth at the same time, you dont want to think about what they are made from tho! You need to present them as a gift so that the dog will understand that its ok to chew and that it belongs to them and until they get the idea you may need to play fetch a while
Reply:I feed my dog Eukanuba dog food and her teeth look great. She doesn't even have dog breath, it doesn't smell at all.
Reply:It's probably tartar or calculus which is accumulating on the teeth and then staining with food dyes.
I'm a dentist ,so if people (in general) are unable to keep their own teeth plaque-free how can one expect them to be able to keep their dogs' teeth clean? I'm not criticising your cleaning - just stating a fact.
That's why vets offer a teeth cleaning service for dogs!!!
Reply:Yes carry on brushing them, but change foods. IAMS isn't an excellent food. Try Chicken Soup, or Proplan Select. These are good foods which have meat as a first ingredient and don't have hair, stomach contents and hooves as ingredients (animal byproducts). Also give her beef bones ever now and again to chew on as these are great for helping clean dogs teeth.
Reply:I would take the dog to the vets just to get them checked out, they are very good at advising what helps with keeping teeth healthy, I have always found our vets very helpful with matters regarding teeth, as they are aware that keeping teeth healthy can alleviate problems in times to come - GOOD LUCK
Reply:Some food will leave stains no matter how often you brush your dog's teeth. I think you should give him Denta rasks after his food, these really help cleaning teeth, they're more enjoyable for your dog as well.
Try them for a week or so, see what happens. Also observe your dog while he eats. Does he seem to have problems chewing? Is he over slaivating? If it was bad teeth (That happens to dogs as well) You would notice it then.
So try the rasks for a week and if no change, signs of pain from teh dog, take him to the Vet.
Best wishes
Reply:just carry on brushing as dogs teeth are not supposed to be white anyway and get some chewy bits that he can chew for a while, thats what i do and yes i was worried first when i saw my dogs yellow teeth but the vet said it was normal.
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 flavor 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.
I would switch to Canidae, Innova, Wellness, solid Gold or Wysong.
These are all better kibbles than IAMS, and have no food coloring.
I feed Canidae....It is the best i have found after 38 years of breeding dogs.
My old dog went to have a small cyst removed. The vet normally cleans dog's teeth when they have them under for minor ssurgery. he was amazed that her teeth were so clean, that he didn't need to do anything.....She has never had them cleaned.
Iams used to be a good kibble, but recently changed their formula...
Reply:First, stop feeding that IAMS garbage.. then make an appointment with your vet to have a dental cleaning done. Dogs need this every 2 years.. It is not cheap but worth it and they will keep their teeth longer..
Reply:DON'T feed your dog IAMS dog food,the Iams Co.is cruel to animals!!!!!!. Go to yahoo search bar ,%26amp; look up,------ safe dog foods, that are natual %26amp; haven't been tested on dogs.! IAMS cruelty.com
Reply:Carry on brushing them also buy Denta Stix (pedigree chum)
they keep my dogs teeth lovely %26amp; clean i also give her spearmint bonio
Reply:At the age of one, his teeth should all be nice, brite white, and unstained.
Change your food. We had a rescue come in and it was hard to determine his age. He had the stained teeth of an eight yr old. After 2 weeks on my food, his teeth started looking his age. After a month, we could properly age him as being only 12 months old. Food can and does make a difference.
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My dogs teeth =/?
My old dog Rusty's lower front teeth seem to have worn down over the years, recently i have taken notice that they have worn down pretty close to the gum line. I called my vet and we scheduled an appointment , but I'm just wondering if this could be serious?
she is a golden retreater and is 17 years old if that might affect anything.
My dogs teeth =/?
I would say, 1, definitly talk to your vet, though, it's nothing too serious. As someone mentioned earlier, the fact that your retrevier is 17 says you've been doing a lot right.
Switch to a soft food or find a food you can add a liquid to (broth, water, etc) that can make it soft (into a mush). Just make sure a switch to a soft food isn't too rich for Rusty, because that's usually the biggest problem when animals switch from dry foods to soft foods.
Worn down teeth in animals is not life threatening so long as they still get proper nutrition. You might also want to look into suppliments for Rusty (doggie vitamins) that he could take with cheese wiz (dogs will usually take pills in cheese wiz, either that or some kind of fancy soft food).
Also, make sure your dog isn't in pain or anything (check with your vet on that one), and if he is, you should be able to get pain killers for when he's having trouble eating.
I wish you luck!
Reply:That is quite an old age for a Golden which would mean you've done everything right this far. It might cause you to need to change to a soft food if you already haven't. I can't see much that it would effect besides food consumption, though.
Reply:Dog's teeth do wear down as they age. The vet will check for gum disease and may have to extract them if it is very severe, but chances are they are just worn from age. But if your golden has made it to 17 he's obviously pretty old and his teeth are starting to show it. Congrats on having a golden that has been healthy for so long.
Reply:she is pretty old for a lab and sometimes that happens over time. the only suggestion i can make is get her senior food and add a broth or water until it is mushy for her so it will be easier for her to eat.
Reply:Her age may affect something, but thats bad. I hope the appointment works out. Also try brushing hr teeth and get some good chew toys.
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she is a golden retreater and is 17 years old if that might affect anything.
My dogs teeth =/?
I would say, 1, definitly talk to your vet, though, it's nothing too serious. As someone mentioned earlier, the fact that your retrevier is 17 says you've been doing a lot right.
Switch to a soft food or find a food you can add a liquid to (broth, water, etc) that can make it soft (into a mush). Just make sure a switch to a soft food isn't too rich for Rusty, because that's usually the biggest problem when animals switch from dry foods to soft foods.
Worn down teeth in animals is not life threatening so long as they still get proper nutrition. You might also want to look into suppliments for Rusty (doggie vitamins) that he could take with cheese wiz (dogs will usually take pills in cheese wiz, either that or some kind of fancy soft food).
Also, make sure your dog isn't in pain or anything (check with your vet on that one), and if he is, you should be able to get pain killers for when he's having trouble eating.
I wish you luck!
Reply:That is quite an old age for a Golden which would mean you've done everything right this far. It might cause you to need to change to a soft food if you already haven't. I can't see much that it would effect besides food consumption, though.
Reply:Dog's teeth do wear down as they age. The vet will check for gum disease and may have to extract them if it is very severe, but chances are they are just worn from age. But if your golden has made it to 17 he's obviously pretty old and his teeth are starting to show it. Congrats on having a golden that has been healthy for so long.
Reply:she is pretty old for a lab and sometimes that happens over time. the only suggestion i can make is get her senior food and add a broth or water until it is mushy for her so it will be easier for her to eat.
Reply:Her age may affect something, but thats bad. I hope the appointment works out. Also try brushing hr teeth and get some good chew toys.
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How much does it cost to get your dogs teeth cleaned ?
i would like to know how it costs to get your dogs teeth cleaned i live in canada just so you know ... the reason i want to get my dogs teeth cleaned is because her breath is really smelly so i thought if i got her teeth cleaned that will at least feshen up her mouth so how much does it cost ?? i really cant afford anything to expensive is it really pricey to get there teeth cleaned ?? i tryed dog bones but for some reason my dog doesnt like bones ?? so i might as well get them clean by the pro :) i wonder how much it would cost ?
How much does it cost to get your dogs teeth cleaned ?
I feed BARF (Biologically appropriate raw food or bones and raw food). I never have to clean teeth.
Dogs I've rescued (dogs fed on kibble) have cost $75-$100 to get their teeth cleaned.. it depends on the amount of anesthesia needed.
Reply:You can buy a doggy toothbrush and meat flavoured paste pretty cheap from a regular pet shop, but it shouldn't be too pricey to get their teeth cleaned, I think a vet needs to do it though, ring up and ask?
Reply:My vet does it for $35.
Reply:If the dog is under 20 lbs then to get a dental polish it is $50. but being at that age it might need some blood work required. Our blood work is $43. Usually if the dog has smelly breath, then there might be an infection, which requires extraction. we cost $10-$25 for each. However, we are located in Florida at the low cost SPCA. I don't know how much that will help you, but it gives some idea as of what to expect with the procedure.
Reply:I had my dog's teeth cleaned a few months ago. It cost over $300. However, she had to have 12 teeth pulled. I think it depends on 1) your vet , 2) how bad the teeth are, 3) if they need to go under (get knocked out), 4) if they have to have any teeth pulled. You should take your dog in for a consultation just to be sure. They can give you a better idea how much it will cost.
Poetry
How much does it cost to get your dogs teeth cleaned ?
I feed BARF (Biologically appropriate raw food or bones and raw food). I never have to clean teeth.
Dogs I've rescued (dogs fed on kibble) have cost $75-$100 to get their teeth cleaned.. it depends on the amount of anesthesia needed.
Reply:You can buy a doggy toothbrush and meat flavoured paste pretty cheap from a regular pet shop, but it shouldn't be too pricey to get their teeth cleaned, I think a vet needs to do it though, ring up and ask?
Reply:My vet does it for $35.
Reply:If the dog is under 20 lbs then to get a dental polish it is $50. but being at that age it might need some blood work required. Our blood work is $43. Usually if the dog has smelly breath, then there might be an infection, which requires extraction. we cost $10-$25 for each. However, we are located in Florida at the low cost SPCA. I don't know how much that will help you, but it gives some idea as of what to expect with the procedure.
Reply:I had my dog's teeth cleaned a few months ago. It cost over $300. However, she had to have 12 teeth pulled. I think it depends on 1) your vet , 2) how bad the teeth are, 3) if they need to go under (get knocked out), 4) if they have to have any teeth pulled. You should take your dog in for a consultation just to be sure. They can give you a better idea how much it will cost.
Poetry
I need to know "how to brush my dogs teeth" ?
As told, i really need to know "how to brush my dogs teeth" ?
I have some doubts about this, I just checked out this Squidoo Lens
http://www.squidoo.com/howtobrushmydogst...
where I get some good information, but it seems quite a bit difficult to actually "brush my dogs teeth". There was a video which explained it well but made me more worried to get this done.
I have a 5 year old terrier mix which wont stay still no way.
Seams I've relaxed with this too long as his breath is a little bit strong. Well, I give him bones and cookies, so he has not very dirty teeth, but it's his breath which disturb's me.
Are there any other ways to clean his teeth, any dog mouth sprays or mental pills or some available. No joke, my siter in law actually gives to here dog suggar free mental candy, like Mentos.
Let me have your opinion please.
Guido
I need to know "how to brush my dogs teeth" ?
A vet can clean your dogs teeth under anaesthesia, which is a very thorough clean, and should be kept in mind if you don't manage to clean his teeth or get his breath under control.
Brushing your dog's teeth is the same as brushing your teeth, getting the dog to sit still is the hardest part. Some dog's wont tollerate it, and if that's the case getting themt o spend time chewing will help. Raw bones (some people will disagree with raw bones, but they're fine under supervision if they're too big to be swallowed), Kongs, greenies etc that get your dog chewing will help to keep his teeth clean. Cookies don't do that much really, it's the ammount of time chewing that's important.
Reply:Groomers usually brush the dogs teeth. It might cost a little extra, but it's important. They have their ways of getting the dog to sit still long enough... it's their job.
Reply:Try Greenies - they freshen breath and clean teeth.
My dogs do not like to have their teeth cleaned. My vet gave me a rubber tooth cleaner that fits over my finger and I kind of massage their gums with it. They seem to be better with that.
Bones are the best way to clean their teeth. It sounds like you're doing a lot to keep his teeth clean, so if his breath is still really bad, it could be caused by what he is eating.
Reply:my vet said to brush my puppies teeth so that they can stay healthy. we just bought a kit with a dog tooth brush and toothpaste (peanut floavored so she thinks its a treat!) but i think since i started since she was a puppy that made it easier. now she sees the brush and goes to her brushing spot on the stairs. it is a little difficult, but not too bad once you get the dog used to it. but if you just want something for the breath you can buy things like dentabones and even breath buster treats (thats the brand) and they can work kind of too. my dog even has a nylabone toy and ball with special teeth cleaning surface things. she loves those toys as well. and they keep her teeth sharper (which can hurt sometimes) but i think it is a sign of healthier teeth (i hope)
good luck with your dog :)
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I have some doubts about this, I just checked out this Squidoo Lens
http://www.squidoo.com/howtobrushmydogst...
where I get some good information, but it seems quite a bit difficult to actually "brush my dogs teeth". There was a video which explained it well but made me more worried to get this done.
I have a 5 year old terrier mix which wont stay still no way.
Seams I've relaxed with this too long as his breath is a little bit strong. Well, I give him bones and cookies, so he has not very dirty teeth, but it's his breath which disturb's me.
Are there any other ways to clean his teeth, any dog mouth sprays or mental pills or some available. No joke, my siter in law actually gives to here dog suggar free mental candy, like Mentos.
Let me have your opinion please.
Guido
I need to know "how to brush my dogs teeth" ?
A vet can clean your dogs teeth under anaesthesia, which is a very thorough clean, and should be kept in mind if you don't manage to clean his teeth or get his breath under control.
Brushing your dog's teeth is the same as brushing your teeth, getting the dog to sit still is the hardest part. Some dog's wont tollerate it, and if that's the case getting themt o spend time chewing will help. Raw bones (some people will disagree with raw bones, but they're fine under supervision if they're too big to be swallowed), Kongs, greenies etc that get your dog chewing will help to keep his teeth clean. Cookies don't do that much really, it's the ammount of time chewing that's important.
Reply:Groomers usually brush the dogs teeth. It might cost a little extra, but it's important. They have their ways of getting the dog to sit still long enough... it's their job.
Reply:Try Greenies - they freshen breath and clean teeth.
My dogs do not like to have their teeth cleaned. My vet gave me a rubber tooth cleaner that fits over my finger and I kind of massage their gums with it. They seem to be better with that.
Bones are the best way to clean their teeth. It sounds like you're doing a lot to keep his teeth clean, so if his breath is still really bad, it could be caused by what he is eating.
Reply:my vet said to brush my puppies teeth so that they can stay healthy. we just bought a kit with a dog tooth brush and toothpaste (peanut floavored so she thinks its a treat!) but i think since i started since she was a puppy that made it easier. now she sees the brush and goes to her brushing spot on the stairs. it is a little difficult, but not too bad once you get the dog used to it. but if you just want something for the breath you can buy things like dentabones and even breath buster treats (thats the brand) and they can work kind of too. my dog even has a nylabone toy and ball with special teeth cleaning surface things. she loves those toys as well. and they keep her teeth sharper (which can hurt sometimes) but i think it is a sign of healthier teeth (i hope)
good luck with your dog :)
Java and C++
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