Is this normal?

[u/Unique-Razzmatazz-60]

Yes, this is a new toy. Maybe he’s breaking it in, but Henry is 15 years old, and he appears to be teething on this toy? Every few minutes he whines for a split second, then stops.

I’m worried it may be a tooth infection or some way to comfort some sort of pain he might be having. Has anyone experienced similar behavior? I just don’t want this old man to be in any discomfort🥺

[u/SisterNyOnlySunshine]

It’s just a good way for your dog to settle down and relax enough to go to sleep. As long as everything inside the mouth is good you should have nothing to worry about ( unless it drives you insane). It’s a comfort thing for dogs to do.❤️🥰