Title: How to Determine the Age of a Dog by Its Teeth | Pets - The Nest
Headings: How to Determine the Age of a Dog by Its Teeth
How to Determine the Age of a Dog by Its Teeth
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Content: If all the teeth show some tartar, and you can see worn places on the tops, she is around 3 to 5. A lot of tartar and tooth wear, along with pigment spots along the gums, tells you the dog is between 5 and 10, and heavy wear, missing teeth and a lot of tartar indicate she’s around 10 to 15 years old. 00:00
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References
Humane Society of the United States: How to Determine a Cat’s or Dog’s Age
Dog Manual: How to Determine Age
Tips
Dogs that have had good dental care might appear to be younger than they really are. Many factors, such as breed, can affect the accuracy of your age estimate. Giant breeds, such as Great Danes and Irish wolfhounds, age quickly and might not live past the age of 7 to 10, while toy dogs such as Chihuahuas age much more slowly. It is common for young tiny dogs to have bad teeth, because they are so often fed only soft foods, and tartar can quickly become a problem. Giant breeds might die of old age before they begin to show significant tooth issues, though a lot of wear on the incisors is not unusual. Warnings
Don’t let your fingers get caught in the dog’s mouth.