 Similar situation
Both of my yorkies, Bojangles and Juliet, need to get their teeth pulled and my vet said that it required putting them to sleep. I feel the same way about this that you do. I asked the vet if there are any other options and he said that he could give them valium but it might be painful to them during the process cause the numbing solution doesnt numb all pain(just like when we have to go to the dentist) I hope this helps. I have been letting my yorkies chew on really hard bones and even cow hides(stinky!!), in order for most of the teeth to come out on their own. I know I will have to eventually take then to the vet cause bacteria does build up and an awful breath along with it |