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My 5-year-old Chihuahua is losing front teeth. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi i have a 5 year old chihuahua and he is loosing alot of front teeth im getting worried

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 23rd, 2017

many chihuahuas lose their front teeth and sometimes even other teeth at a young age, this breed is prone for very bad dentition and it is not considered abnormal. in most cases it does not cause pain and does not cause any problem eating, especially if only the front teeth are the issue.

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