Why does my dog lick me, the couch, and herself so much? How to stop?

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Greetings: My dog licks things constantly. As a tertiary issue, she licks the couch, pillows, the bed, the floor, etc. Secondary issue is she licks herself - her feet, anus, vagina. Primary issue is that she licks me and my wife all the time - my heels, hands, and mouth. She climbs up on our chest to lick our mouths ALL the time. What's the reason for this and how/can I stop it? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 11 months old | 23 lbs

Emily Luisana DVM · Accepted Answer

That sounds frustrating! If she is truly obsessively licking and is not necessarily taking pleasure in it, two things I would consider are a trial on anti-anxiety meds (these are prescription) and/or that some studies are linking OCD behaviors with gastrointestinal imabalances (which may respond to diet change and probiotics). I hope this helps!

Why does my dog lick me, the couch, and herself so much? How to stop?

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