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Dental Issues/Teeth
Breed: Pug
Breeds in this Condition
HSP Test-Specific Data
Finnish Pug Association
Swedish Kennel Club
SEE: Särskilda Rasspecifika Domaranvisningar (SRD): https://www.skk.se/globalassets/dokument/utstallning/sarskilda-rasspecifika-domaranvisningar-a7.pdf
See Appendix 2.2. from the SRD: https://www.skk.se/globalassets/dokument/utstallning/sarskilda-rasspecifika-domaranvisningar-a7.pdf : Face: Too short muzzle with incorrect tooth status, excessive amount of loose skin and hairy nose wrinkle that interferes with eye and nose function.
The Pug Dog Club UK
See Grooming: http://pugdogclub.org.uk/about-pugs/caring-for-your-pug/grooming/
"Small breeds are renowned for their dental problems ? and the Pug is no exception. It is really important, therefore, to get your puppy used to having his/her teeth cleaned from a young age."
Dental issues in Pugs
- See: http://www.toothvet.ca/PDFfiles/Stop_Brachy_2.pdf
- See: https://pugdogpassion.com/dentition-and-mouth-health-in-the-pug/
Seek veterinary advice if you suspect your Pug requires professional dentistry.
Blue Cross UK recognizes Brachycephalic dogs Tooth problems
"Dog breeds have been selectively bred over many generations to meet certain characteristics, and those bred to have a shortened upper jaw still have the same number of teeth as those of their species with longer snouts (adult dogs have 42 teeth).
Because they have to fit these teeth into a much smaller area, their teeth can overlap, increasing the risk of decay and gum disease."