Why does my puppy chew on everything? A veterinarian explains the teething phase
Have you ever wondered why your otherwise loving and sensitive furry friend would brutally take to the furniture? While the reasons are diverse, young puppies often display this behavior to help themselves in the teething phase.
Have you ever wondered why your otherwise loving and sensitive furry friend would brutally take to the furniture? (Source: Canva) For a dog lover, social media is often flooded with videos of dogs being ‘guilty’ or in their ‘teenage dirtbag’ phase, often being confronted by the piece of furniture they have chosen to chew up.
Have you ever wondered why your otherwise loving and sensitive furry friend would brutally take to the furniture? While the reasons are diverse, young puppies often display this behavior to help themselves in the teething phase.
Yes, you read that right. Akin to human babies, dogs also go through a teething phase. Dr Deepraj Prajapati, a Senior Veterinarian at RD Pet Clinic explains, “Teething is a critical developmental stage for dogs, involving the replacement of baby teeth with adult teeth. This period can be challenging for both dogs and their owners, as it often includes discomfort, behavioral changes, and chewing tendencies.”
While the teething timeline for your pooch varies on their breed and size, most dogs experience the loss of milk teeth at around 3 to 4 months of age. (Source: Canva)
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