Losing their teeth due to dental issues or age can put a toothless dog at a significant disadvantage in terms of diet. They must be able to swallow without chewing, while foods which could potentially cause choking should also be avoided.
One option for feeding wet kibble to dogs without teeth would be providing canned soft food like this in canned form; it makes eating easier for dogs without teeth and comes in various flavors.
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Dry Food
Dogs that have lost their teeth require different forms of food than those with healthy ones. Toothless dogs cannot easily chew dry kibble, making nutrition harder for them to access; their gums instead help break down food into digestible form – potentially opening the way for irritation and even painful lesions on their gums.
Pet parents looking to protect their toothless dogs should feed them canned food. Most commercial brands that produce crunchy kibble also produce canned versions with less moisture; therefore, keeping it fresh for an extended period.
Canned foods with soft and spreadable textures like Pup-Peroni treats tend to be easier for dogs to chew down than hard kibble or other crunchy treats, like crunchy treats from stores or traditional dry kibble. You could try softening it by grinding in a food processor or coffee grinder or soaking it in warm water or chicken broth until its digestibility increases.
Wet Food
Dogs that have lost all their teeth usually benefit from switching to wet food. This type of meal requires less chewing, helping remove plaque, tartar, and debris from their gums and throat as they consume.
Canned wet foods tend to be high in protein while being relatively low in carbohydrates and other “filler” ingredients, providing essential vitamins and minerals as well as lower preservative levels than traditional dry kibble.
Wet food can also be easier for animals with tooth loss or dental concerns to consume than dry kibble, particularly for older pets or smaller breeds who take smaller bites of their meals and may be more sensitive to mouthfeel. Furthermore, its soft texture may make it more appetizing than its counterpart.
Ensure there is always enough water available when feeding wet food to your pet, particularly if they tend to eat slowly. A shallow or curved bowl may encourage this pattern and prevent choking incidents.
Soft Treats
Dogs without full sets of teeth often struggle to chew properly and may not get the food broken down enough for digestion or to prevent choking. If this is the case for your pup, their food could potentially end up not breaking down properly enough and cause issues for digestion or prevent choking altogether.
Toothless dogs require special diets in order to remain healthy. Luckily, many top-rated dry and wet food brands now include soft formulas designed specifically to meet their dietary needs.
Select wet food with a soft pate texture that’s easily scooped and eaten, such as an old-fashioned hard kibble diet. When transitioning, introduce the wet food gradually so your pup won’t experience too much shock from switching, looking for products with high-quality ingredients that are gentle on gums and gum line, minimally processed, real, nutrient dense ingredients, soft treats for reinforcing positive behavior or providing tasty snacking opportunities.
Mini Treats
Most dog food companies offer both crunchy and soft versions of their kibble to accommodate toothless pups. Simply ensure that her new diet contains multiple sources of protein to provide her with all her essential nutrition needs.
If your dog lacks teeth, chewing can be painful and potentially dangerous for her. Instead, offer her small treats with smooth textures that she can easily swallow.
SmartBones are delicious bone-shaped treats designed specifically to appeal to toothless dogs. Plus, their smaller size makes them easier for toy and small breeds to manage. Crafted with quality ingredients and “low in calories and fat,” according to their manufacturer, these minimally processed treats offer dental health benefits by cleaning gums as they chew. Available in both beef and chicken flavors to please a range of palates.
