My puppy lost a baby tooth. What soft foods should I feed my puppy?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 25 days old | 30 lbs
Someone had broke intoy h.i.E and they tried to steal my puppy in the mix of the burglary and I noticed when I came home and got to checking him out his fang tooth is now missing. I don't know if it was already loose of if it was forced out. How can I help my little man eat
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Published on September 4th, 2019
I'm sorry to hear that, what an ordeal for both of you! He is listed as 2 months and 25 days old. If that is accurate, or even if he's less than 6 months old, the "baby" tooth was likely loose, and the adult canine tooth will come in around 5-7 months of age. If he seems painful in his mouth, offer him canned or other soft food for a few days. You can also give him a cold teething toy such as a Kong that you keep in the freezer, Or let him chew on a frozen waffle or even on some ice. The cool will help soothe his mouth if it is sore. Thanks for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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Published on May 25th, 2019
Please do not give King any human pain medications, many are toxic to puppies and can be fatal if given. There are a number of chew toys you can get for him at a pet store, including ones you can freeze that will help numb his gums . You can also soak a washcloth and freeze it, and then give it to him to chew on. If you do this, you must monitor him closely while doing it. I hope this helps!
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Published on January 8th, 2019
Get a Kong and stuff it with kibble or treats. Then smear peanut butter (make sure it does not contain any xylitol) over the hole completely. Put it in the freezer for a few hours. The coolness will feel good on M. J’s gums. In general King toys are a favorite for dogs. Rope toys can also massage the gum when he bites into them. If you go to the Pet Store or online you can find toys specifically for teething puppies. They can often be put in the refrigerator. As a sidenote, always check his toys for any pieces that he could tear off and swallow as this could cause an intestinal blockage. Throw away any of those toys and buy him new ones when this occurs. I hope you find this helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions!
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Published on September 3rd, 2020
Losing teeth can be painful for a puppy. Unfortunately there are no OTC pain relievers you can give her, as many human ones are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. There are teething toys you can buy for Gucci at a pet store, and I recommend ones that can be frozen. Once it's frozen, you give it to her and she can chew on it, giving her relief. If you are concerned she is really painful, then I would take her into a vet today. The vet can prescribe pain relief as needed. I hope this helps!
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