What's wrong with dogs grinding their teeth?

Causes of Teeth Grinding in Dogs

1. Dogs start to grow teeth. Many puppies will feel discomfort when they start to grow teeth. In order to relieve this discomfort, they form the habit of grinding their teeth. Some dogs will grind their teeth by biting furniture and other items. If the dog grinds its teeth because of this situation, the owner can prepare some chewing toys or molar sticks for the dog.

2. There are parasites in the dog's body. The toxins secreted by the parasites stimulate the nerve center of the dog, which causes teeth grinding. Since dogs often play outdoors, in order to prevent the dog from being infected with parasites, the owner should regularly deworm the dog . When dogs' internal parasites are eliminated, they rarely grind their teeth again.

3. Indigestion in the dog's gastrointestinal tract can also cause teeth grinding. To improve the dog's digestive function, the owner must start from the dog's diet structure and feeding time to do a good job of feeding.

4. Dogs grind their teeth because they are dreaming. Sometimes dogs grind their teeth while sleeping because they are dreaming. If the owner can be sure that the dog grinds his teeth when he is having a good dream, which is rarely the case at other times, then there is no need to worry too much about it. If the dog grinds its teeth frequently, in addition to sleeping, it also happens when waking up during the day, then the owner should pay attention.

5. There are things on the dog's teeth, tartar on the dog's teeth, or things on the teeth, which will also cause the dog's teeth to be uncomfortable. This is not the same as us humans. If possible, it is best to brush your dog’s teeth regularly and do professional cleaning.