Yesterday, I managed some free time away from the office thanks to the wonders of my Blackberry and Citrix. This means I went grocery shopping, washed the dishes, did a load of laundry, and gave my dogs a bath. (Today, we've been in the office. In fact, I'm still in the office--currently waiting for counsel for the other side of the deal to turn some documents.)
But back to the dogs. Little B (who is 7 years old) lost a tooth yesterday. It was one of her mandibular lateral incisors. And it fell out with its long root fully intact. I asked the dentist in the family what would explain the loss of a tooth with a fully intact root. He suggested gum disease.
I've spent a lot of time and money taking care of my dogs' teeth. They go in for a cleaning twice a year and I brush their teeth myself. But I'm afraid I haven't done enough. It made me sad to find that tiny tooth on the floor--a symbol that Little B is getting older.
The good news is that there are plenty of soft foods for Little B to eat as she loses her teeth and that she still acts like a happy little dog. Also, a reminder not to take her for granted doesn't hurt :)
2 comments:
I don't know about dogs, but I know of several cats who got along quite nicely on soft food after having *all* of their teeth pulled.
It's tough watching them age, though, for sure. All the more reason to enjoy the mundane moments.
All their teeth pulled!?! Yikes! There is hope for Little B yet :)
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