At what age do puppies typically begin teething?

The typical age at which puppies begin teething is around 3 weeks. This process marks the transition when the initial baby teeth start to erupt, and the puppies begin to experience some discomfort associated with this change. This is a critical stage in their development, as it prepares them to eventually chew food more effectively and leads to the emergence of their permanent teeth. In contrast, newborn puppies do not have teeth and begin to develop their primary set only after a few weeks; thus, the earlier options do not align with the timing of teething. The later option, 12 weeks, is past the initial teething stage, which could create confusion about the timing of primary teeth loss and the introduction of adult teeth. Understanding this timeline is essential for proper puppy care, including dental health management during this developmental phase.