FAQ

You should be concerned if your dog licks their paws excessively, shows signs like redness, swelling, odor, sores, limping, or if the behavior disrupts daily activities.

Dogs may lick their paws for grooming or self-soothing, but persistent licking can indicate allergies, injury, infection, parasites, or behavioral issues.

To stop your dog from licking his paws at night, identify and address possible causes like allergies, injuries, stress, or infections, and consult your vet if necessary.

Dogs may lick their paws at night for self-grooming, relaxation, or as a response to allergies, irritation, pain, parasites, infection, or emotional stress. Persistent or excessive licking can signal an underlying health or behavioral issue.

It’s best not to pet a sleeping dog, especially during REM sleep, as unexpected touch may startle them and provoke a defensive reaction.

Yes, dogs likely dream about their owners and daily experiences during REM sleep, as their brains show similar activity to humans during this stage.

It's generally best not to pet a sleeping dog, as sudden awakening can startle them and provoke a defensive reaction; instead, gently call their name if needed.

Yes, dogs do dream about their owners, as their REM sleep involves brain activity similar to humans and their dreams reflect waking experiences.

It's best not to pet a sleeping dog, as sudden touch may startle them and trigger a defensive reaction; instead, gently call their name if necessary.

Yes, dogs likely dream about their owners, as they can relive daily experiences during REM sleep where most dreaming occurs.