Most dogs finish teething between 6 and 7 months old, though some may take up to about 8 months and, in rarer cases, close to 1 year.

Quick Scoop: When do dogs stop teething?

  • Puppies usually start getting baby teeth at around 3 weeks of age.
  • They begin losing those baby teeth around 3–4 months old as adult teeth come in.
  • For most dogs, the active teething phase is over by about 6–7 months, when all adult teeth have erupted.
  • Some pups, especially certain breeds or individuals, can have minor teething activity or late-erupting teeth closer to 8–12 months.

Signs teething is ending

  • No more loose or missing teeth, and all the visible teeth look like full-sized adult teeth.
  • Less drooling, pawing at the mouth, or bloody spots on toys.
  • Chewing is still there (because chewing is normal dog behavior) but looks more like a habit or play, not frantic “I must bite everything for relief.”

What you can do during the teething phase

  • Offer safe chew toys (rubber toys, puppy-specific chews) to give their mouth something appropriate to work on.
  • Use cold options like chilled or slightly frozen toys or washcloths to soothe sore gums.
  • Redirect from furniture, hands, or clothes to toys every single time so the habit doesn’t stick after teething ends.
  • Have your vet check around 6 months to be sure all baby teeth have fallen out and no extras need to be removed.

Little real‑life example

Many owners on puppy forums report that the worst biting and chewing usually peaks around 4–5 months and eases a lot by 6–7 months, once the last baby teeth are gone. However, they also note that puppies often keep chewing out of boredom or habit, so training and redirection still matter even after teething technically ends.

TL;DR: Most dogs stop teething around 6–7 months, but normal chewing can continue well into adulthood, so keep up with chew toys, training, and vet checks to be sure their mouth is healthy.