Dogs may not like to clean themselves as much as cats do, but they do lick their paws on occasion. And while any form of self-grooming is much-welcomed from their human point-of-view, too much paw-licking may not necessarily be a good thing. In some instances, this behavior may be a sign of a health problem.
Depending on your dog’s personality and breed, he may lick his paws when settling down for a nap, after meals, or when coming in from outside. This is normal. However, if Fido is aggressive about it or does it all the time, something’s likely wrong.
Here are a few reasons why your pooch may be spending too much time on his paws:
● Arthritis
● An
allergic reaction
● An
object or harmful substance is lodged in his paw
● An
injury
● An abnormal growth, like a cyst or tumor
If you start to notice your pooch is constantly licking his paws, it's best to get him checked out. And please feel free to call us, your local veterinarians Columbia, TN, with any questions or if you wish to schedule an appointment.
