Estimating
Cat Age
Knowing
a cat’s age can help with many cat health questions. When determining cat
age, vets start by examining the teeth. Here’s a breakdown on how a cat’s
teeth develop as they age:
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| Full
set of 26 deciduous (baby) teeth | |
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| All
baby teeth lost and replaced by 30 permanent teeth | |
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Normally
baby teeth fall out with no problems as the permanent teeth erupt. You may see
slight bleeding of the gums. If a baby tooth is still present alongside a permanent
tooth, you should have your veterinarian take a look.
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