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What to do if your dog has double rows of teeth

2025-12-31 16:17:26 pet

What to do if your dog has double rows of teeth

In the past 10 days, the topic of pet health has been very popular on major social platforms and pet forums, especially the issue of dogs with double rows of teeth, which has triggered widespread discussion. Many pet owners are confused and worried when they discover that their puppies have double rows of teeth. This article will combine hot discussion content across the Internet to conduct a structured analysis of the causes, hazards and solutions to double rows of teeth in dogs, and provide practical suggestions.

1. What is a dog’s double row of teeth?

What to do if your dog has double rows of teeth

Double rows of teeth refers to the phenomenon that during the teething period of puppies, the deciduous teeth have not fallen out but the permanent teeth have grown in, resulting in the coexistence of two rows of teeth. This condition is common in small dog breeds, such as poodles, Chihuahuas, etc.

Common dog breeds prone to double rows of teeth
poodle
chihuahua
Pomeranian
Yorkshire Terrier

2. Causes of double rows of teeth

According to popular science from veterinarians and pet bloggers, the main causes of double rows of teeth include:

  • Genetic factors: Small dogs are susceptible due to lack of jaw space.
  • Dietary problems: long-term consumption of soft food and lack of chewing exercise.
  • Insufficient care during the tooth replacement period: Failure to check the loss of deciduous teeth in time.
Age group with high incidence of double rows of teethProportion
4-6 months60%
7-8 months30%
8 months or more10%

3. The dangers of double rows of teeth

Double rows of teeth not only affect the appearance, but may also cause the following problems:

  • Oral bacteria build up, causing bad breath or gingivitis.
  • The permanent teeth grow abnormally, affecting the bite function.
  • Increased risk of tartar and tooth decay.

4. Solution

Based on the advice of pet doctors and the experience of netizens, the following treatment options are recommended:

methodSpecific operations
Fall off naturallyProvide teething toys or hard foods (such as carrots) to encourage the loss of baby teeth.
manual removalIf the deciduous teeth are loose, they can be gently extracted after disinfection; otherwise, you need to seek medical treatment.
Surgical tooth extractionStubborn deciduous teeth need to be professionally treated by a veterinarian after anesthesia.

5. Preventive measures

Prevention is better than cure, take the following measures on a daily basis:

  • Check your dog’s teeth regularly, especially during teething period.
  • Add chewy foods such as dried bones to your diet (be careful with safety).
  • Use a special pet toothbrush to clean your teeth.

6. Cases hotly discussed by netizens

Weibo topics#Does the dog’s double row of teeth need to be extracted?Among them, 62% of the voters chose “must deal with it”, and the tooth extraction video shared by the well-known pet blogger @梦petDIary received over 100,000 likes. Most users in the comment area reported that the dog’s oral health improved significantly after timely intervention.

Summary

Double rows of teeth in dogs is a common problem that cannot be ignored. Owners need to choose natural loss or medical intervention according to the actual situation. Regular oral examinations and scientific feeding can effectively reduce the probability of occurrence. If any abnormalities are found, it is recommended to consult a professional veterinarian as soon as possible.

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