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Choose a dog teething toy that will soothe your pet's gums. Stock your home with safe and well-made teething toys that will keep your dog from chewing inappropriate items like clothing or furniture.
Teething products are made with materials appropriate for the maturing teethe and gums of young dogs. You can buy such chew toys according to the age, size and health of your dog. Below is a sampling of popular teething toys and their benefits:
Nylabones are made out of solid hard plastic to soothe teething gums. They can also help your puppy develop his jaw muscles, teeth and gums.
If your dog has had surgery due to mouth cancer, chew toys and raw hides should not be given for several weeks. Here's what else to avoid:
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