Debra
Debra is the owner of PeopleLovingAnimals.com. She has spent more than 10 years researching the care, health, and training of dogs and cats, and shares that research in clear, practical guidance for everyday pet owners. Her content emphasizes accuracy, responsible pet ownership, and fact-based guidelines, with a strong commitment to animal welfare and reader trust.
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My toy poodle is CONSTANTLY licking her one paw. She goes to her groomers every 2 months, and she has looked to make sure nothing was in there. We both have had some very scary violent situations in our past. Could it be nervez
Have you asked your vet? They may be able to help figure out why. It’s strange that it’s just one paw. Here’s the full article:
https://peoplelovinganimals.com/why-do-dogs-lick-their-paws-excessively/
Here’s a free tutorial about helping dogs with anxiety that may help. It focuses on rescue dogs, but the same will apply for any dog:
https://peoplelovinganimals.com/Anxiety
I hope this helps. Definitely ask your vet.
Debra