Teething is a tricky time. Here’s how to keep puppies properly occupied—and out of the shoe closet! Offer frozen mini bagels, plain or fruit variety, not onion. Allowing your puppy to chew, and eventually consume, the bagels helps to numb his gums, easing discomfort. The denseness of the bagel may actually help to remove loose baby teeth. Cold carrots may help relieve discomfort—and they offer vitamins and minerals. Just don’t offer more than one whole carrot a day, because of its high fiber content. Try frozen fruit, such as strawberries or bits of banana. The “cold pack” may help relieve oral discomfort and the fruit is edible. Watch out though……