Does that mean he is chewing too hard? or is it a sign of something bad?
please help me if you know, thanks
2007-07-18 17:49:34 · 15 answers · asked by Chunkyman38 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
and its a rawhide, SORRY not a bone
2007-07-18 17:59:43 · update #1
My boxer is a really tough chewer and this sometimes happens to him. It doesn't really bother him. I just give him a really solid bone that I know won't splinter. Sometimes he'll catch his lip with his teeth. I don't worry too much about it. Just make sure the rawhide or bone doesn't splinter.
2007-07-18 20:20:03 · answer #1 · answered by Alexis R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a small amount it's the same as you getting a little blood while flossing. He probably has a slight gingavitis. Chewing on the bone will help and so will feeding a strict diet of dry food. If you are giving him rawhides though don't let him continuously chew them. This could cause a stomach blockage. I'd recommend only letting him have them for a few minutes a day.
2007-07-19 03:08:15 · answer #2 · answered by al l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is a little bit of blood, it is no big deal. It's a little bit like when a person's gums bleed when they floss. It's just that the gums (which may be a little weak) are being stimulated. In fact, it's a sign that the bone (or rawhide) is cleaning the teeth and gums.
If it is a lot of blood, or if you are really worried, you can change to Greenies or something softer.
2007-07-19 00:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bones can cut a dog's gums. If the bleeding is minor don't worry about it. Just don't let it have bones all the time.
Biggest worry is if the dog tries to soften the bone by burying it, they can get worms that way. Rawhide chew toys are better.
2007-07-19 00:57:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs should not be given bones, as they may splinter and cause damage to the lining of the stomach and intestine and even death. The blood on the bone is most likely caused by the bone scratching the inside of the mouth and gums. If you wish to give your dog something to chew try a Nylabone, or a Milk-Bone.
2007-07-19 00:56:00 · answer #5 · answered by itsshowtimefolks 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not usually, if it's just a small amount. They often pinch thier gums causing minor bleeding. Now if the blood is pretty heavy, make sure the dog hasn't broken a tooth. The scraping of the bone against their teeth is what helps get tartar build up off the teeth, and sometimes the tartar dislodging causes a bit of bleeding also.
2007-07-19 00:58:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog may be nipping part of the skin while chewing on things or the skin could have been punctured. Other reasons for bleeding could be teeth problems or damage to the gums. Check out your dogs teeth, gums and the roof of its mouth. And afterwards, call your vet and set up a check out for your doggy. If there's anything wrong, your vet will know how to help.
2007-07-19 00:54:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the age of the dog really. If it's a pup younger than 6 months, then it's likely that he's got a loose tooth that's bleeding. An adult dog though should not have bleeding gums, and you really should have a vet examine his mouth to see what the problem is.
2007-07-19 00:53:40 · answer #8 · answered by lizzy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No honey.. When your dog chews on an bone and there is blood on it .. Its just that their theeth arent that strong. And that will build up his teeth. I have 2 Pitbulls and my male did that my vet told me just what i told you so dont worry ok. Your pet is ok I promise
2007-07-19 01:02:33 · answer #9 · answered by jamiepeterson112102 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog may have some perio (gum) problems. Kind of like when you floss and and yours gums bleed. I'm sure he is doing fine but if the blood persists and is in abundance then you should have him checked out.
2007-07-19 01:05:02 · answer #10 · answered by Meet the Misses 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋