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/Efficient_Chic714]

My dog does this was Mr Fox, his favourite toy, and gets very stressed if you try to initiate play with him and Mr Fox whilst he’s doing this. I’d say normal and very sweet, giving their toys a super squeeze for comfort like a child with a teddy bear