Teething and Your Puppy

Your puppy will start teething when he is between three and nine months old as he loses his baby teeth and his adult teeth emerge. He may be tempted to chew on inappropriate things during teething. Prevent him from chewing inappropriately so it doesn’t become an ongoing behavioral issue. Store your shoes, clothes and other belongings in their proper place so they are out of your puppy’s reach. Chew toys and appropriate treats can distract your puppy from chewing your belongings. Block off your puppy’s access to areas where there is risk to furniture or other household items. When you catch your puppy chewing something inappropriate, pick him up, give him a stern “NO” and redirect him to an appropriate chew toy. Ensure that your puppy gets plenty of exercise and activity to prevent him from chewing things out of boredom. Learn more from your best vets Ellicott City, MD.