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Should I worry about my dog's constant licking and skin thickening?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 23 lbs

Should I be concerned?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2020

This is abnormal and should get seen by your vet soon. This could be some kind of allergy or an obsessive compulsive licking behavior that is causing a lick granuloma (thickening of the tissue). I hope that Braraja's skin issue resolves soon! Best wishes and take care.

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