Why is my dog obsessively licking the floor and corners after eating?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 3 years and 6 months old | 29.3 lbs
Hello, my dog keeps sniffing and licking the ground and corners of rooms. It's kind of odd to me because the floors have been swept and mopped and it's almost like she's obsessed. She does this even after she's ate. I just got her on Saturday and I think she was neglected before because she had the worst flea infestation I have ever seen. Could it be because she's still hungry? What can I do about that behavior, is that okay?
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Published on July 9th, 2018
You may want to have Sadie examined by a veterinarian. Sometimes dogs will lick the floor when they are nauseous or have an upset stomach. Ingesting non-food items like clumps or hair or dust could be a form of pica which can be a sign of anemia and related to fleas. It is also definitely possible that this is a compulsive behavior she developed at some point, but it would be best to rule out medical problems first.
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Published on December 17th, 2019
Hi there. Obsessive licking of surfaces, like walls or floors, is a common sign of nausea or GI distress in dogs. So I would recommend taking Lily to the vet for an exam, and discussing this issue with your veterinarian. It's likely that she has an underlying medical problem causing this behavior, which your vet should be able to help you address.
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