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taygracesmom · 05-02-2009, 06:53 AM

ella's teeth on the top row look like they've not fallen out just yet, but she's got another row coming in right behind them.... is this normal? the vet says he needs to see them, just waiting for her appointment in a couple of weeks when she goes to get spaid.

Britster · 05-02-2009, 07:00 AM

Yep, a LOT of Yorkies/small breeds have the "double row" of teeth. Jackson had this as
well with his canines and he got 4 baby teeth removed while he was under anesthesia
for his neuter! You definitely have to get this taken care of because it can cause
build-up and plaque, as well as stinky breath! So, if you are planning on getting her
spayed, just get them removed then!

taygracesmom · 05-02-2009, 02:49 PM

thanks so much! was worried about her breeding. i read also that if they have crooked teeth can be a result of bad pedigree so i was worried it was something that could be a result of her having poor health (other than bad breath, & dental problems)

05-02-2009, 06:53 AM	#1
taygracesmom Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: jasper,tn usa Posts: 44 Blog Entries: 1	Top row teeth ella's teeth on the top row look like they've not fallen out just yet, but she's got another row coming in right behind them.... is this normal? the vet says he needs to see them, just waiting for her appointment in a couple of weeks when she goes to get spaid. __________________ Michelle 's Ella

05-02-2009, 07:00 AM	#2
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,814	Yep, a LOT of Yorkies/small breeds have the "double row" of teeth. Jackson had this as well with his canines and he got 4 baby teeth removed while he was under anesthesia for his neuter! You definitely have to get this taken care of because it can cause build-up and plaque, as well as stinky breath! So, if you are planning on getting her spayed, just get them removed then! __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

05-02-2009, 02:49 PM	#3
taygracesmom Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: jasper,tn usa Posts: 44 Blog Entries: 1	thanks so much! was worried about her breeding. i read also that if they have crooked teeth can be a result of bad pedigree so i was worried it was something that could be a result of her having poor health (other than bad breath, & dental problems) __________________ Michelle 's Ella