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🐶❤️🐶 Is this the happiest dog ever? 🐶❤️🐶
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Eric Rardin
November 07, 2024
Here’s your daily dose of doggy goodness!
Every day, we celebrate our shared love of dogs and hopefully brighten your day. Enjoy!
Dog of the Day:
Meet Holly Molly. Is she the happiest dog ever?
Meme of the day:
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Why do Dogs Lick Their Paws?
Dogs lick their paws for various reasons, from simple grooming to underlying health issues. Understanding these reasons can help you determine when a vet visit is necessary.
Normal Behavior:
Occasional paw licking is a normal part of a dog's grooming routine. They may lick their paws after a walk to remove dirt or debris.
Medical Concerns:
Pain or Injury: Licking can soothe minor cuts, insect bites, or thorns. However, persistent licking may indicate a more serious injury requiring veterinary attention.
Allergies: Environmental or food allergies can cause itchy paws. Identifying and managing these allergies is crucial to reduce discomfort.
Dry Skin: Dry weather, excessive bathing, or allergies can lead to dry, itchy skin. Moisturizing treatments can often provide relief.
Foreign Objects: Grass seeds, splinters, or other foreign objects lodged in the paw can cause irritation and licking.
Behavioral Factors:
Anxiety: Dogs with separation anxiety may excessively lick their paws as a self-soothing mechanism.
Boredom: Paw licking can be a repetitive behavior in bored dogs. Providing more mental and physical stimulation can help alleviate this.
When to See a Vet:
Excessive licking can lead to secondary skin infections and complications. If your dog is persistently licking their paws, consult your veterinarian to rule out any underlying medical conditions and discuss appropriate treatment options.
References:
American Kennel Club (AKC). (n.d.). Why is my dog licking his paws?.
Veterinary Centers of America (VCA). (n.d.). Paw pad problems in dogs.
Family photo of the day: Penny!
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Dog of the day: IG _mashu1124maro_
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