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May 05, 2011

I just noticed my young dog’s teeth are all chipped and have brown spots. What should I do?

Full Question:

Dear Cindy,

I've received Training the Retrieve DVD and Tugs for my dog. Everything is great as usual - my dog took no time learning out with Michael's techniques. Thanks a lot.

Cindy, I know you must be very busy with the e-mails, just I know that I can trust your opinion 100%.

Recently I've noticed that my 22 months GSD has all!!!! of her canine teeth chipped - little pointy bits are gone!!

I was so shocked and angry with myself as I didn't even notice how it happened! I can see a little brownish spot in the middle of every tooth (I suppose it's pulp). Last night I was reading your website - discussion of other people with the same problem.

It looks like a very expensive trip to the dogs dentist. My question is: how could it happen and what should I do?

I believe if I leave it as it is, it might get infected and cause all sorts of problem.

Do her teeth need to be filled or capped now?

Thank you very much for your time.

I always try to write to you only if I'm absolutely desperate (looks like I'm at the moment).

Warm regards,
Jane

Cindy's Answer:

Does she chew on rocks or chain link or other items? Usually dogs that have teeth like this are chewing on abrasive substances that wear the teeth abnormally. Dogs that are obsessive about having things in their mouths all the time wear their teeth faster than others. With that said, some wearing of the canines is normal as the dogs age.

This is something that needs to be seen by a vet or dog dental specialist. I can’t diagnose or guess at what may need to be done, I’m not a health care professional.

Good luck.

Cindy Rhodes

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