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Puppies chew extra hard while teething. About when does that phase usually end?

By about six months of age.

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  1. By about six months ✔
  2. At about five years
  3. At about two years

Why: Puppies chew to ease pain as adult teeth come in. The ASPCA says this extra chewing phase usually ends by six months of age.

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Answer: By about six months. Puppies chew to ease pain as adult teeth come in. The ASPCA says this extra chewing phase usually ends by six months of age.

  1. ASPCA, Destructive Chewing www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/common-dog-behavior-issues/destructive-chewing
    This intensified chewing phase usually ends by six months of age.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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