Bad teeth in toy breed dogs-removal?

Another poster/member had brought this to my attention about the teeth in our small dog that would not eat well. I worry about the health and bad teeth can cause heart problems. Our vet had suggested removing all of her bad teeth.

She eats tiny pellet food (Eukanuba or Science diet) but I have to soften it anyways whether she has teeth or not and I have now started with small amounts of cooked chicken finely chopped mixed with rice and also the hamburger and rice.My concern is, I know she would have to be sedated. Rather than paying for cleanings all the time and they have to sedate her each time- should I just have her teeth all removed and are there any complications afterwards that I need to worry about? Asked by WILD 59 months ago Similar questions: teeth toy breed dogs removal Pets > Dogs.

Similar questions: teeth toy breed dogs removal.

Whoop! A little late You have to be careful with toy dogs. They typically don't salivate much, and salivation is part of what preserves the teeth in all dogs.

This is why breeders brush their toy dogs' teeth. It's something you should be doing with all your toy dogs. At this point your dog's health is in jeopardy.

What I think you should do is follow the advice of your vet, and while you're in for that procedure, ask about the proper technique for brushing your dogs' teeth. Follow that, and your dog will live a healthier and longer life.

I suggest having them removed. First of all, bad teeth are painful to the dog. I had to have a few of my pomerainian's decayed teeth removed because he wasn't eating and my vet suggested it.

He was 12 years old, and I worried about sedation, too, but they get bloodwork drawn and check heart, etc. First. Have you ever had a toothache? If so, you know how that feels, bless her heart.

After surgery, you have to feed canned food, but my dog loved it. Also, no hard treats, or bones for a while.My dog was on canned food for 2 weeks. You just make sure she isn't bleeding from the mouth.

My dog was so much happier after being pain free. She may have to take antibiotics and maybe, pain pills. Good luck, but I say have them removed.

P.S.- I asked my vet, "but having fewer teeth, he won't be able to chew well", and he said "He'll do much better than now". That convinced me! Sources: dog lover experience .

Second veternary opinion called for. You really need another professional opinion on this one. Second opinions are startlingly useful.It’s worth the embarassment.

You can get a second opinion (probably free) at the clinic you are going to if they have more than one vet. The smaller the office the more awkward the situation can be. Another reason for a second opinion in person from a vet would be that he or she can see the condition of the dog and know it’s age and history.

Your dog might very well have another reason for being a picky eater and you deserve a second opinion on that aspect of his treatment also. There are sites on the internet that address medical problems of dogs and other pets. You can find out there if complete tooth extraction is a common treatment for picky eating.

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1 KYGal, regarding your answer "Second veternary opinion called for. ":My face is red. I didn't read your question closely enough.

After reading your "details" more carefully, a second opinion doesn't seem as important, especially if you trust your vet. In my first read-through, I focused on the "severe tartar buildup" and missed the "badly decayed. " If they are badly decayed, causing her too much discomfort to eat well--yes, that would be a good reason to pull them.

The only complications I can think of would be infection. The vet would prescribe antibiotics for several days after surgery to prevent that. Further reduction in after-surgery infections in humans has been accomplished by starting antibiotics before surgery.

Maybe that would be a good idea for your dog, too.

KYGal, regarding your answer "Second veternary opinion called for. ":My face is red. I didn't read your question closely enough.

After reading your "details" more carefully, a second opinion doesn't seem as important, especially if you trust your vet. In my first read-through, I focused on the "severe tartar buildup" and missed the "badly decayed. " If they are badly decayed, causing her too much discomfort to eat well--yes, that would be a good reason to pull them.

The only complications I can think of would be infection. The vet would prescribe antibiotics for several days after surgery to prevent that. Further reduction in after-surgery infections in humans has been accomplished by starting antibiotics before surgery.

Maybe that would be a good idea for your dog, too.

2 KYGal, I'm so glad you reread her question. I was wondering what the heck is this person saying? While I read your answer, I kept saying, "but they are decayed!"

You are right on with the rest of your 2nd answer too. My dog didn't have any complications and he was 12 years old, and very grateful. Sometimes I skim over while I read too, don't feel bad!

KYGal, I'm so glad you reread her question. I was wondering what the heck is this person saying? While I read your answer, I kept saying, "but they are decayed!"

You are right on with the rest of your 2nd answer too. My dog didn't have any complications and he was 12 years old, and very grateful. Sometimes I skim over while I read too, don't feel bad!

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