Is it normal for my puppy's tongue to feel hot when licking?

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Hi team, my puppy's tongue feels hot while licking ..is it normal.. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | 2 months and 22 days old

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. A dog's temperature is normally higher than ours ( ave. is 101.5 F ), so yes, the tongue will feel warmer. If Oreo is otherwise feeling well, eating & playing like a puppy, then I am sure all is well. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Is it normal for my puppy's tongue to feel hot when licking?

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