Is it common for a puppy to have two rows of teeth?

I have a yorkie, shes 10 months old. I just noticed yesterday that she has two rows of teeth on top and bottom, one set in front and one behind it... Yes two complete sets of teeth, is this common?

Is it common for a puppy to have two rows of teeth?
In Yorkies, this is fairly common. Yorkies, toy poodles, and chihuahuas have a tendency to not lose their baby teeth when the adult teeth come in, which means they end up with "doubles". You should have the vet remove the baby teeth to prevent future problems. All 3 of those breeds tend to have a lot of dental disease, and require professional cleanings at regular intervals to prevent tooth loss (every 6 months to 3 years depending on the dog). Brushing her teeth will help out a lot too, and reduce how often you have to have her teeth professionally done.
Reply:Yes its common because its maturing into its adult set of teeth
Reply:no is not, u have to take it to the vet and have that old one remove..
Reply:Very common to yorkies. You'll need to have the extra teeth removed so she won't get dental disease %26amp; gum infections. Gum infections can go to the heart %26amp; cause serious health problems %26amp; sometimes death. If she hasn't been spayed yet, they can remove them when she's being spayed. She can pass this on to any puppies she might have so to be a responsible pet owner, you should spay her so this doesn't pass on.
Reply:That is common for yorkies because their mouths are so small. The adult teeth have come in before the baby teeth have fallen out. You may need to have her baby teeth pulled by the vet. Set up an appointment to have the vet check her teeth. You can probably have them pulled at the same time that she is spayed (if she's not already).
Reply:retained puppy teeth is a common problem in small breeds. If she hasnt lost them by now, she probably wont loose them on her own.. you should have the vet pull the baby teeth so it does not cause dental problems in the future.
Reply:My pom cross had the same problem. After he had the baby ones pulled out I could see a difference in his temperament so I think they were bothering him.
Reply:Yeah I suppose.


It seems like the baby teeth came in and stayed in. I know of a few dogs this has happened to. Usually a Vet. Clinic will remove the baby teeth for a minimal charge and would probly same you and the dog lots of pain later on.



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