There is no exact timeline for when a puppy starts teething, it is very dependent on the breed, however the process usually starts at around 3 weeks of age and lasts for 6 to 8 months in total.
When does the teething process start?
This can begin around 3 weeks of age. At this stage, the first set of teeth, known as incisors, start to emerge.
What teeth come through first?
At around 4 weeks of age, puppies will start to get their canine teeth, which are used for tearing food. These teeth come in next to the incisors.
What comes after the canine teeth?
After the incisors and canine teeth, the premolars and molars will start to come through. These teeth are used for grinding and chewing food. Puppies will have a total of 6 premolars and 4 molars on the top and bottom jaw.
Some extra premolars and molars will also appear by 5 to 7 months of age, leaving your pup with an approximate total of 42 adult teeth by the time they are 6 to 8 months old.
How to help them through the teething stage?
During this stage it is essential to provide your puppy with appropriate chew toys to help soothe their gums during this time. This time can be painful and uncomfortable for your puppy. They can also become prone to biting and mouthing, so ensure you have a good variety of chew toys to help ease the pain and give them some relief.