Questions tagged [compulsive licking]
What are the benefits of spaying or neutering for reducing compulsive licking?
Category: Spaying/Neutering
Spaying or neutering can have significant benefits in reducing compulsive licking behaviors in dogs, particularly when the behavior is hormonally driven or linked to stress, anxiety, or other underlying medical conditions. Compulsive licking, also known as acral lick dermatitis or lick granuloma, is...
How can you interpret a dog’s licking of its own legs excessively during stressful situations?
Category: Communication
Excessive licking of a dog's own legs during stressful situations is a behavior that can have multiple interpretations and underlying causes. This behavior is often referred to as "self-licking" or "compulsive licking" and is commonly associated with stress, anxiety, or discomfort. Understanding why...