How do I know if my puppy is in pain from teething?
Julia Towne
2025-08-01 15:34:27
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Puppies first get their baby teeth when they are about five or six weeks old. At around 8 weeks their baby teeth will start falling out, to make room for their adult teeth, which start coming through at around 16 weeks – although this varies from breed to breed. The most common puppy teething symptoms are drooling and chewing…lots of chewing! Puppies chew to provide relief to their painful gums as they lose their baby teeth. You may also notice spots of blood on your puppy’s toys – and find the odd puppy tooth or two in the house. Keep in mind that chewing and biting may be something other than teething, such as mouthing. Excessive mouthing can be linked to pain or discomfort, a common link can be gut issues or tummy upset, so if the mouthing feels extreme contact your vet to get them checked out.