2006-07-21 03:38:19 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I've checked...there are no sores.
2006-07-21 03:45:46 · update #1
I'm not sure if I should even attempt to answer this, but here goes - I will quote the famous Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu : "sometimes the best action is inaction". If you try to interrupt his licking, he might just end up doing something even weirder. I have a feeling this obsessive licking is just a symptom of a much deeper problem. If you feel you must do something, perhaps slipping in a bit of Paxil (which can be used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder) into his dog food each morning will solve the problem. The dose has to be adjusted according to weight so please consult a vet before taking this rather extreme action, and be prepared for the possibility of unusual side-effects. Who knows, maybe you're compulsively watching your poor dog's every move, and it is you that actually needs the Paxil! Boy, this apparently simple question has turned out to be a minefield, what have I gotten myself into?
2006-07-21 17:29:20 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have an adopted dog and she does the same thing. She licks herself all the time, and her coat gets oily really easily. I took her to the vet, and vet said it was a stress thing. Then of course there are so many causes for stress, and you need to find how exactly what is stressing your dog out.
Another reason is, there is a female dog on heat somewhere around your neighborhood. Somehow my neutered and un-neutered dogs both lick themselves all the time when my female dog is on heat.
2006-07-21 03:47:30 · answer #2 · answered by musi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal behavior for a dog to groom(lick)himself, my dog will also lick me if I let him, also my other dog. I think it's a sign of affection.
2006-07-21 04:27:23 · answer #3 · answered by coonrapper 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be that he has a sore, where he is licking , check to see if there is anything around where he is licking , If it all seems ok , and your still worried, take him to ur local Vet, and get them to have a look
2006-07-21 03:41:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Head to the vet for just a look over. It could be a number of things, sores, dry skin or something else.
2006-07-21 03:43:16 · answer #5 · answered by dammit_allie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Help him out with the licking! Participate a little! Your dog will enjoy it and he won't be so tired!
Just kidding!
2006-07-21 03:41:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start charging other dogs $5 to come watch.
2006-07-21 03:40:59 · answer #7 · answered by TM 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All dogs do it so don't force him to stop. he his fun, but don't let him lick you after he licks himself it is gross lol
2006-07-21 03:42:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you can ... join the club, I have two female dogs they're small but loud, they wake me up because their self-licking sessions are so loud. lol
2006-07-21 03:41:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what are the areas he is licking he may have a skin hot spot
2006-07-21 03:42:42 · answer #10 · answered by Wendy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋