Dog Chewing Paws and Nails: Reasons and How to Help

 

Dogs have the habit of licking and chewing. Every dog lover knows that it is quite natural to watch your dog licking its paws and nails. However, there is a limit to this as more frequent licking and chewing can be a sign that your dog is sick with some inflammatory condition. 

Dogs chewing Paws and Nails: Is it Normal? 

Brief sessions of chewing and licking especially after a walk or play sessions are pretty normal behavior by dogs. Sometimes dogs also start licking before they relax and settle into their bed.

You should be aware of any irregular pattern of licking shown by your dog. For instance, if licking becomes more frequent and aggressive, it can be a sign that something is going wrong. If the licking lasts for more than 15 minutes and the paws of your pet appear red afterward you need to inspect your dog's feet and get the necessary help from a veterinarian  San Diego, CA. 

Some Reasons Why Cats Meow So Much

There are many reasons why cats meow so much. Here are two of them

The presence of other cats

●Your pet cat might start meowing quite loudly should she spy on another cat passing by outside.  An indoor cat most especially will be on the lookout as various other cats roam around the nearby areas and wander into her territory.  These cats may just be curious, while there are ones that are territorial and may meow more coupled with a growl or a hiss.  Cats like the latter can stress out your poor indoor cat.  There may also be cases where cats will stare down each other and produce low meowing vocalizations and growls as they encounter one another on any unclaimed territory.

Hormones

If your pet is intact, she is going to be quite vocal as she goes into heat.  The recommendation is to always have your pet neutered or spayed to avoid undesirable behaviors and also control pet overpopulation.  Thousands of adoptable pets get euthanized yearly because they are unable to find homes to be in.  If you want some specific breed, then try looking for specific breed rescues.  Adopt instead, and avoid shopping for pets.

 If you have concerns about your pet’s behavior, contact your pet clinic San Diego CA.