What should Teddy dogs eat during their teething period?

When the cute little Teddy at home enters the teething period, every owner has mixed feelings. They are looking forward to their smooth teething and starting a new stage of growth, but they are also worried that their oral health and physical development will be affected due to poor care. A reasonable diet is the key to helping little Teddy dogs smoothly pass the teething period. ​

Teddy dogs usually start to change their teeth when they are 3 to 6 months old. During this stage, their deciduous teeth gradually loosen and fall off, and permanent teeth erupt. At this time, the little Teddy will have many discomforts in the mouth, and the gums will itch and swell, which makes them often relieve it by chewing the objects around them. You may find that the sofa legs, slippers, table corners, etc. at home can't escape their "magic mouth". Therefore, in addition to preparing suitable teething toys, it is also very important to arrange the diet carefully. ​

During the teething period, the little Teddy's demand for calcium increases significantly to support the healthy growth of permanent teeth. High-quality dog ​​food is the basis of diet. When choosing dog food, you should carefully check the ingredient list and give priority to products that are rich in minerals such as calcium and phosphorus, and have a reasonable calcium-phosphorus ratio. Calcium is the main component of teeth and bones. Adequate calcium can make permanent teeth strong and neat; phosphorus works with calcium to promote the absorption and utilization of calcium. Some high-end dog food is designed for the nutritional needs of puppies during the teething period. It is rich in natural calcium sources such as dairy products, meat, and bone extracts, providing comprehensive and balanced nutrition for small Teddy. ​

In addition to dog food, it is also good to feed natural foods rich in calcium appropriately. For example, boiled chicken breast is not only rich in high-quality protein, easy for small Teddy to digest and absorb, but also has a high calcium content. Cut the chicken breast into small pieces, boil it in water and feed it, which is healthy and delicious. Watching the little Teddy happily wagging his tail and enjoying the tender chicken, I was full of joy. There are also eggs, which can be called a treasure trove of nutrition. The yolk is rich in calcium, phosphorus and multiple vitamins. Feeding the little Teddy half an egg yolk every day can not only supplement calcium, but also provide other important nutrients to help it thrive during the teething period.​

Considering that the gums of little Teddy may be uncomfortable during the teething period, special attention should be paid to the texture of the food. Too hard food will aggravate gum pain and even cause abnormal looseness of teeth. Therefore, during this period, the dog food can be softened with warm water before feeding. Softened dog food retains nutrition and is convenient for little Teddy to chew and swallow. Seeing them eating the softened dog food with relish, the owner can also feel at ease. For slightly older Teddy dogs who are not very receptive to the taste of softened dog food, semi-wet food designed specifically for dogs during the teething period can be selected. Semi-wet food is soft in texture, easy to chew, and rich in nutrition, which can meet the special needs of little Teddy during the teething period. ​

During the teething period of little Teddy, a moderate amount of snacks can not only be used as a reward to assist training, but also play a role in grinding teeth. When choosing snacks, give priority to products with grinding functions, such as natural cowhide rolls, chicken jerky, etc. The texture of cowhide rolls is tough. When little Teddy chews, it can not only relieve gum itching, but also exercise chewing ability, promote jaw development, and make permanent teeth erupt more smoothly. Chicken jerky is made of pure chicken, rich in protein and a small amount of calcium. It can satisfy the little Teddy's greed and supplement nutrition. Watching the little Teddy chewing the teething snacks obediently, with a focused and serious look, as if trying to overcome the difficulties of growth, makes people feel relieved. ​

In addition to food selection, a reasonable feeding method is also key. Eating small meals frequently is a more suitable feeding method for little Teddy during the teething period. Because its gastrointestinal function has not yet fully matured, eating too much at one time can easily cause indigestion. Dividing a day's food into 4 to 5 feedings can ensure that the little Teddy can get enough energy at any time without causing too much burden on the stomach. Every time you feed, pay attention to the little Teddy's eating situation. If he eats too fast, he may choke easily. You need to control the eating speed appropriately. You can divide the food into several small piles and let him eat slowly. ​

Watching the little Teddy grow day by day during the teething period, from being irritable at first due to tooth discomfort, to gradually adapting, eating well and playing happily, the owner is full of relief. In this process, every time we carefully select food and patiently feed it, it is full of deep love for the little Teddy. We hope that through reasonable dietary arrangements, we can help it smoothly pass the teeth replacement period, have healthy and beautiful teeth, and lay a solid foundation for a happy life in the future.