Why is my dog chattering his teeth and acting unusually quiet?

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My dog's teeth/mouth is chattering every now and then and he's quieter than normal. Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Male

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor pup! Chattering of the teeth like this can be a sign of dental pain, such as from an infected or fractured tooth, or could be caused by a neurologic problem of some kind. The fact that he's quieter than normal means that he is likely in pain or not feeling well. I would recommend taking him to the vet for an exam as soon as you are able to - he/she can do a complete oral and neurologic exam to help determine the problem and see what needs to be done to treat it.

Why is my dog chattering his teeth and acting unusually quiet?

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