My dog had 13 teeth pulled. is that safe?

Answer 1

I've had several fosters from puppy-mills, who had to have all their teeth pulled. There were no bad after effects, other than their tongues hanging out. This occurs because teeth keep the tongue inside the mouth and centered.

In one instance, however...one dog quit eating after a few years of her tongue hanging out of her mouth. We believe that the exposed part of the tongue has lost taste buds due to constant exposure to the air. Our theory is that food no longer tastes good, or tastes like anything at all.

This is only a theory. We took her to the vet to rule out any other physical problems, and that's all we could ultimately come up with as a cause.

She will eat one or two bites right now, but not much more than that. Consequently, she's losing about a pound every other week. I don't know how much longer this can continue without her becoming sick & weak. That's all I know.

Answer 2

Having 13 teeth pulled in one go is considered quite a significant dental procedure for a dog. However, it can be safe and necessary for improving their overall oral health and well-being. Your veterinarian should provide you with specific post-operative care instructions to ensure your dog recovers well.