12 мая 2022 г. · While it's natural for puppies to lose their teeth as their adult ones come in, this is a sign of concern in older dogs.
Do dogs teeth fall out when they get old?
Do older dogs lose their teeth? Yes, they do. I see it all the time in my practice. But, it's not something we expect to happen as a part of the aging process.
Why do older dogs teeth fall out?
The majority of the time when an adult pet loses a tooth it is due to significant periodontal disease. Often there are other teeth that are loose or diseased which can cause your pet discomfort. Periodontal disease is very common in pets and can significantly affect their quality of life.
What happens when older dogs lose teeth?
When an older dog loses teeth, it's usually down to one of two reasons. They've either experienced trauma to the mouth or they've developed periodontal disease.
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