What s wrong with dogs licking their own paws?

 9:09am, 21 September 2025

It is very likely that the paws are itchy and want to relieve skin itching according to licking. However, saliva will cause the dog's feet to be wet and cold, and constant licking will cause certain damage to the dog's skin. Therefore, the dog's licking becomes stronger and stronger, and the itchyness will likely become more and more serious, which will lead to a vicious cycle.

When the dog always stares at the same paw and licks it constantly, it is very likely that it is scratched by sharp stones, thorny roads, steel nails, broken glass, etc., or is bitten by insects, etc., and it must be carefully prepared for any wounds and dirt residues.

Anxiety dogs often distract their concentration and demand relief based on constant licking of their paws. This type of anxiety may be caused by separation anxiety or some obsessive thinking.

If the dog's toes are infected with lice and ticks, it will cause obvious itching, causing the dog to forcefully lick and chew on his feet.

The hairs and toenails on dogs are too long and easily stained with unclean things. If the owner does not cut them on time and then uses wet cotton towels and wet tissues to wipe their feet after walking the cat and dog home, the dog's toes may be infected by fungi. During the treatment period, it is best to wear an Elizabethan ring on the dog to prevent them from licking again, which will endanger the therapeutic effect.