Dog Obsessively Licking Paws. Compulsive chewing or licking can also be a response to orthopedic problems including arthritis and hip dysplasia. Take your dog to the vet. If this is happening read on.
Among the most common causes for compulsive dog licking chewing or scratching behaviors are fleas ticks and mites. Your dog may also obsessively scratch or chew at the spot.
Take your dog to the vet and explain when the licking first began and what area of the body or objects the dog is licking.
Maxwell says if you notice your dog panting or furrowing their eyes as they obsessively lick the same spot in the carpet or on the couch it s time to have them checked out. Is your dog licking at his paws constantly. Once the health issue has been resolved you should notice the paw licking disappears too. It doesn t help that all that constant foot licking can.
