Soothing a Teething Puppy: 5 Natural Remedies
At By The Lake Dental, we're experts when it comes to caring for human teeth. But we also know that pets hold a special place in our hearts (and our families)! That’s why we’re bringing you this blog post.
Teething is a rite of passage for every puppy (and every puppy parent)! Between 3 weeks and 6 months of age, your adorable furball transitions from baby teeth to permanent adult chompers. But let’s be real: for them, it’s as much fun as stepping on a Lego barefoot. Chewing on everything becomes their coping mechanism.
How to Spot a Teething Puppy
Teething isn’t hard to recognize: excessive chewing, drooling, whimpering, bleeding gums, and maybe even a little grumpiness. Sound familiar? Once you know what’s going on, you’re ready to step in with relief! To help your puppy feel better - and save your furniture - here are five quick, natural remedies to ease the teething pain.
Frozen Washcloth: Wet a washcloth, twist it, and freeze it. The cold numbs sore gums, and the texture satisfies chewing urges.
Cucumber & Carrots: Fresh, chilled cucumber or carrots are safe and soothing. Just cut them into small pieces to avoid choking.
Chamomile Ice Cubes: Brew weak chamomile tea, freeze it into cubes, and offer them to your pup for calming, cold relief.
Rubber Chew Toys: Get puppy-safe, freezable rubber chew toys. The cold and texture massage sore gums.
Aloe Vera Massage: Gently rub organic aloe vera gel on your puppy’s gums to soothe inflammation.
Teething is normal, but if your puppy seems to be in severe pain, has unusual swelling, or stops eating, it’s time to check in with the vet. They can rule out any underlying issues and offer tailored advice.
With these remedies and professional guidance, you’ll help your pup through this phase, and both of you will be smiling in no time!
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