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Dental Care
Puppies develop 28 temporary teeth at about two to three weeks of age. Their 42 permanent teeth emerge at about four months of age.
Studies show that by age three, 80 percent of dogs exhibit signs of gum disease.
Small dog breeds, such as toy poodles and shihtzus, are more likely than large dog breeds, such as golden retrievers, German shepherds and Irish setters, to develop periodontal disease. Canine dentistry experts believe this is true because the teeth of small dogs are often too large for their mouths, forcing the teeth closer together.
