Why is my dog licking herself and biting paws after her heat cycle?

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My dog just got over the bleeding stage in her heat cycle, but frequently spins in circles to lick her vagina, is it possible inflamed? And she also biting at her arms alot, is this normal for a dog in heat? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 3 months old | 14 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Biting at the paws or legs is more of an indication of something such as an allergy or irritation and may or may not be related to her heat cycle. If she is also licking or chewing at her vaginal area a lot or you are seeing strange discharge not related to her heat cycle from the vaginal area, then it could indicate irritation, inflammation or a possible infection that should be checked out by your vet. Some inflammation and discharge is normal during the heat cycle, however you are seeing any additional signs of illness or strange symptoms, a vet check is always best to rule out more serious conditions. If she is biting and chewing a lot, an Elizabethan (cone) collar may be useful to stop her from licking and chewing and worsening any irritation until you can get into your vet.

Why is my dog licking herself and biting paws after her heat cycle?

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