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My 6-month puppy lost a bloody tooth. Is it normal or did I hurt him?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | neutered | 18 lbs

My French bulldog puppy is about 6 months old. Today I noticed there was some blood streaks on his toys. Then I found a tooth. It's bloody and looks like it has actual roots. Did I rip his tooth out while playing? Or is he just beginning to lose his baby teeth?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on February 22nd, 2017

Puppies are in the process of teething from 12 weeks to 6-7 months of age, so it's completely normal to see an occasional baby tooth with a bloody root on the floor during this time :) Often, there will also be small streaks of blood on toys or chew items - this is because the pup's gums are bleeding a little, and is also normal. All of his adult teeth should be coming in within the next 2-4 weeks, so after that the problem should resolve on its own.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

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    It could be both. A puppy typically has all their adult teeth around seven to eight months of age, so this could be a baby tooth that has fallen out. There is also the possibility that Gustav lost a tooth playing too rough with his toys. Save the tooth, and make an appointment with the vet to have the tooth and his mouth examined. The vet can let you know for sure if he lost a baby tooth or a permanent tooth.

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    Answered By Mariya Gugel, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 20th, 2018

    Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I can see that Andre is teething as there are some adult teeth coming in behind the baby teeth. A small amount of bleeding is common with this. I recommend giving him toys such as Nylabones which are made of a hard rubber and do not break as easily. Small pieces can be swallowed and cause serious issues. Most dog breeds have all of their adult teeth by the time they are 6-7 months. If any of the baby teeth are still in place, I recommend having them removed by a vet as they can cause issues later on. I hope this helps!

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