What happens if a Pug is calcium deficient?

A Pug’s calcium-deficiency signs differ by age and severity. During teething, deficiency can leave baby teeth in place while adult teeth grow early, causing a double row of teeth that traps dirt and tartar, leading to bad breath and oral problems. In puppies it also affects bone growth, possibly causing bowed (O-shaped) or X-shaped legs.

In adults, deficiency can cause poor appetite, lethargy, and muscle weakness, even easy fractures. Severe deficiency may show joint deformity and flared ribs, hurting quality of life. If you see severe signs, take the Pug to a vet and supplement calcium under guidance.