what should my puppy chew
We recently ( Monday) adopted a puppy. She was found as a stray. The shelter said she is 4 months old. We never had a dog so young. 6 months was the youngest. Can anyone help with information on a...
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For teething we have used two things very successfully: 1. Small ice cubes. It soothes the gums, Small ice cube trays can be purchased in the home department. The cube is only about 1/2 " square.
2. Frozen, damp wash cloths. Again, the cold will soothe the gums , but as Dr. Doug mentioned, you have to watch them closely to insure that the puppy is just chewing on, not chewing and swallowing pieces.
The last dog we raised used ice cubes. She thought they were a "treat" her entire adult life! She loved them. Cheaper than dog bones! LOL
2. Frozen, damp wash cloths. Again, the cold will soothe the gums , but as Dr. Doug mentioned, you have to watch them closely to insure that the puppy is just chewing on, not chewing and swallowing pieces.
The last dog we raised used ice cubes. She thought they were a "treat" her entire adult life! She loved them. Cheaper than dog bones! LOL
