Veterinary Blog in Boxborough, MA

Have you ever wondered about your dog’s teeth? Do you ever think about how many teeth your dog has or what you should do to take care of them? Have you ever considered whether your dog should go to the dog dentist? Many pet owners don’t think much about their dogs’ teeth, but in fact, teeth are very important to dogs. As a pet owner with a dog, you should learn as much as you can about your dog’s teeth so you can understand why they matter so much to your pet’s health and wellbeing. Read on to find out
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Is it normal for a cat to lose teeth? Yes and no. Yes, if it is a kitten. No, if it is an adult cat. Kittens are born without teeth as they have momma to nurse on. A kitten’s teeth come in between 2 and 6 weeks of age. These first teeth are baby teeth, also known as deciduous or milk teeth. Momma cat does not like this stage as these teeth are incredibly sharp and painful when nursing. Included are incisors, canine, and premolars, 26 teeth in all. These teeth start to fall out at about 11 weeks of
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