Debra M. Eldredge, DVM, addresses excessive licking in dogs in this article worthy of sharing with dog owners whose pets are always using their tongues.
A dog’s relentless licking is most frequently related to pain, illness, or injury, but it also could be his way of exploring the world or just telling you he cares about you.” – Debra M. Eldredge, DVM
Source: Whole Dog Journal, July 25, 2023. Link.
Also see: 8 Common dog paw problems, The Spruce Pets, December 12, 2022. Link.