Veterinary Blog in Boxborough, MA

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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Our animals can act so much like other humans, it’s uncanny. So, what are we to think when we see our dog doing something odd like teeth chattering? It turns out that this could mean one of several things. Common Reasons for Teeth Chattering in Dogs in Boxborough, MA Here are some of the common causes of dog teeth chattering. Temperature It’s not uncommon for a dog’s teeth to chatter when he’s feeling cold, much like how our teeth chatter when we’re chilly. This is more prevalent in small dogs like Chihuahuas, as their body temperate runs lower than ours
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One of the many questions dog owners have is when do puppies lose their teeth? A new puppy can bring both joy and hours of fun, as well as the tendency to chew and teethe on not only your shoes, and the remote control, but your fingers as well. It can take at least eight months for puppies to finish teething, and to learn that chewing on your shoes is not a good idea. There’s enough to think about and keep track of when caring for a puppy, including feeding, walking, training, and potty training that you might not give
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