2006-11-06 12:56:08 · 12 answers · asked by ecupirate2009 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Nope....never.
If his gums are indeed 'white', that puppy is DANGEROUSLY anemic and in danger of dying tonight. (The gums should always be a nice, healthy shade of pink. Sometimes they'll get a little red around the teeth when teething.)
The most common causes of anemia in puppies that age are hookworms (which you cannot see with your naked eye) and fleas.
Do not try to treat this yourself. Call your veterinarian and get that puppy in right now. If your DVM is closed and doesn't offer after-hours services, call the nearest animal emergency clinic.
If the gums are actually white, it is a VERY BIG DEAL!!!!
2006-11-06 13:09:46 · answer #1 · answered by A Veterinarian 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No they should not. White gums are usually a sign of anemia. That could be caused by hookworm, round worm and others. Take him to the vet and get him checked. Some worm infections in a really young puppy can kill them if left untreated. Normal gum color for a puppy is pink.
Take him in the morning. Please.
2006-11-06 15:14:05 · answer #2 · answered by MANDYLBH 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
curiously to be an abcess around your canines the teeth. greater than a number of cases the micro organism will multiply in there and convey a puss-like substance that oozes out. A dentist will ought to verify that with an xray and could ought to place you on antibiotics additionally. you need to have that regarded at because of the fact your sinus is sturdy in that customary area and the an infection can unfold. the only different situation that it must be is an ulcer that could pop up now and back. that should that 7-10 days generally to sparkling up, regardless of if it particularly appears like an abcess to me. you're able to be able to ought to get a root canal achieved. examine with your dentist to ensure.
2016-10-15 11:21:00 · answer #3 · answered by demster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO. White gums are a sign of SEVERE anemia and your puppy could die if you don't get it to a vet ASAP.
2006-11-06 14:02:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, they should be red from the pain and irritation of the new teeth coming thru. Your dog is very anemic and needs to go to the vet right away!!! He is probably heavily infested with worms.
2006-11-06 12:58:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no your dogs gums should never turn white that is a sign of illness get your dog to a vet asap...they should always be a pink color
2006-11-06 14:46:27 · answer #6 · answered by momoftwobestkids 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usally white gums means that they have worms you should get it dewormed quickly or it might be in trouble
2006-11-06 13:07:03 · answer #7 · answered by dragonslayer86 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
OMG TAKE IT TO A VET NOW. It may also be because he does not have much calcium in his body.
2006-11-06 13:30:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they sometimes do it is pressure on the gums not unlike when you apply pressure to your fingermail, it turns white.
2006-11-06 12:59:31 · answer #9 · answered by corinne_29_ 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
i dont think so. you should call the vet and ask them. he might have worms.
2006-11-06 13:03:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋