Do puppies go off their food when teething?
Malinda Oberbrunner
2025-07-30 14:59:38
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Puppies grow quickly, especially during their rapid growth stage, which occurs between 2 and 6 months of age. During the teething phase, your puppy’s mouth and gums will be sore. Look for these signs that your puppy is teething: Chewing to alleviate pain Drooling Foul breath Crying or whining Small spots of blood on items your puppy chews Pickiness or reluctance to eat their food. If your puppy seems reluctant to eat their dry food due to teething, don’t switch to a new formula to stimulate their appetite. Mix your puppy’s regular premium dry food with a premium canned puppy food to soften the dry food and make mealtime even more appealing. Add a small amount of warm water to dry food to soften it. Feeding dry food and biscuits loosens the teeth, so pups can get through the teething process quicker. If your puppy’s appetite loss persists, see your veterinarian before you switch food.
Isabella Little
2025-07-30 14:22:35
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From about 3 to 6 months, most pups will lose their puppy teeth. During this phase, his mouth and gums may be very sensitive, which could cause him to be a bit picky when it comes to eating. There's nothing you can do except to wait it out, even if his appetite is low for a couple of days. Don't switch to a new formula to stimulate your puppy's appetite. Changing food at this time can cause additional stress and intestinal upset. Mix his regular, premium dry food with a premium canned puppy food to soften the dry food and make mealtime even more appealing. Or, try some moist food to help him through this sensitive period. Soak dry food in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. If his appetite loss persists, see your veterinarian before you switch food.
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