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Is my Pomeranian's excessive drinking and floor licking normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 3 months old | 6 lbs

Hello! I have a male pomeranian dog. The local weather is getting warmer lately and he suddenly start licking a floor (for a few seconds) for a coupke times. He also suddenly start to drink quite lot water for the past 3days before he go to bed. he never did that before. should I concern about it? or is it normal behaviour due to the weather? thanks! :)

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 19th, 2017

If he continues to drink excessively then you should have him examined by a vet for blood-work and a urinalysis. He could have an infection, kidney disease, liver disase, diabetes, Cushing's disease, etc. High temperatures could make him drink a little more, especially if he is panting a lot, but if it seems excessive then he should be evaluated by a vet to determine if there is a problem that needs to be treated.

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    Answered By Amy S. Eutsey, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 20th, 2017

    This may just be related to the heat. If a pet starts drinking more water than usual, it can be an indication of a problem...but it can also be behavioral. If the increased drinking g is accompanied by weight loss, increase or decrease in appetite, exvesicles urination or urinary accidents or noticeable weight loss or weight gain...then a veterinary exam is needed. If your pet seems otherwise normal, continue to monitor him for problems and see if the drinking resolves when the weather cools off.

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