{"id":23287,"date":"2022-03-25T11:11:46","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:11:46","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:11:46","slug":"why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is my dog panting and licking?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_licking\" title=\"Why is my dog panting and licking?\">Why is my dog panting and licking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_and_acting_weird\" title=\"Why is my dog licking and acting weird?\">Why is my dog licking and acting weird?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_like_he_cant_breathe\" title=\"Why is my dog panting like he can&#8217;t breathe?\">Why is my dog panting like he can&#8217;t breathe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_frantically_licking\" title=\"Why is my dog frantically licking?\">Why is my dog frantically licking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_for_no_reason\" title=\"Why is my dog panting for no reason?\">Why is my dog panting for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_sticking_his_tongue_out_and_swallowing\" title=\"Why does my dog keep sticking his tongue out and swallowing?\">Why does my dog keep sticking his tongue out and swallowing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_lick_the_air_non_stop\" title=\"Why does my dog lick the air non stop?\">Why does my dog lick the air non stop?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_struggling_to_breathe\" title=\"Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s struggling to breathe?\">Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s struggling to breathe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#What_to_do_if_my_dog_is_struggling_to_breathe\" title=\"What to do if my dog is struggling to breathe?\">What to do if my dog is struggling to breathe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_acting_weird_and_panting\" title=\"Why is my dog acting weird and panting?\">Why is my dog acting weird and panting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_shallow_breathing\" title=\"Why is my dog panting and shallow breathing?\">Why is my dog panting and shallow breathing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_frantically_licking_the_air\" title=\"Why is my dog frantically licking the air?\">Why is my dog frantically licking the air?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_licking_his_lips_and_swallowing\" title=\"Why does my dog keep licking his lips and swallowing?\">Why does my dog keep licking his lips and swallowing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_while_doing_nothing\" title=\"Why is my dog panting while doing nothing?\">Why is my dog panting while doing nothing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#When_should_I_worry_about_dog_panting\" title=\"When should I worry about dog panting?\">When should I worry about dog panting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_so_fast_while_resting\" title=\"Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?\">Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_restless_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog panting and restless all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog panting and restless all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_is_my_dog_swallowing_repeatedly\" title=\"Why is my dog swallowing repeatedly?\">Why is my dog swallowing repeatedly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_having_trouble_swallowing\" title=\"Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s having trouble swallowing?\">Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s having trouble swallowing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-panting-and-licking\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_flicking_his_tongue_in_and_out\" title=\"Why does my dog keep flicking his tongue in and out?\">Why does my dog keep flicking his tongue in and out?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_licking\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting and licking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Anxiety\/Fear: Panting, yawning, blinking, lip licking, and pacing are all signs of stress. Thunderstorms, car rides, or meeting new dogs can all cause anxiety, and your dog&#8217;s physical signs and body language are the only way he can tell you he&#8217;s uncomfortable.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_and_acting_weird\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking and acting weird?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs have sensitive digestive systems, and <b>licking may be an indicator of nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort. Many dogs have an intolerance to grains, starches, and soy. They can even be negatively affected by the diet of the chicken or beef in their dog food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_like_he_cant_breathe\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting like he can&#8217;t breathe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It may be normal to see your dog panting after a long run. But dog breathing problems can quickly become life-threatening. <b>Usually caused by lung and respiratory problems, breathing problems can also be indicative of other problems such as obesity, heartworms, tumours, heart problems, allergies, or injury and trauma<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_frantically_licking\"><\/span>Why is my dog frantically licking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some dogs lick because they are bored or anxious, which can be due to a change in routine, separation anxiety, or a new pet in the family. If you suspect boredom is to blame, you can try spending more time with your dog and also leave a treat-filled puzzle toy to help them pass the time when you are away.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_for_no_reason\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs have sensitive digestive systems, and <b>licking may be an indicator of nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort. Many dogs have an intolerance to grains, starches, and soy. They can even be negatively affected by the diet of the chicken or beef in their dog food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_sticking_his_tongue_out_and_swallowing\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep sticking his tongue out and swallowing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some dogs lick because they are bored or anxious, which can be due to a change in routine, separation anxiety, or a new pet in the family. If you suspect boredom is to blame, you can try spending more time with your dog and also leave a treat-filled puzzle toy to help them pass the time when you are away.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_lick_the_air_non_stop\"><\/span>Why does my dog lick the air non stop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Is My Dog Constantly Licking and Swallowing? Nausea and eating non-food items (e.g., ball of dust or clumps of hair) are the most common reasons, but esophagitis (an inflammation of the esophagus) caused by acid reflux or oral diseases that affect the tongue or gums may also result in constant licking and gulping.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_struggling_to_breathe\"><\/span>Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s struggling to breathe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Allergens can affect your dog causing respiratory gasps and honks as the mouth and throat go into a spasm. More severe cases may be from viral infections that cause rhinitis. Nasal mites, which are a microscopic mite may irritate your dog&#8217;s nasal passage and also cause the spasms that lead to gasping for air.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_my_dog_is_struggling_to_breathe\"><\/span>What to do if my dog is struggling to breathe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs with severe difficulty breathing difficulties may require <b>supplemental oxygen, which will involve a stay at a veterinary hospital. Medication to help your dog breathe (e.g., bronchodilators, steroidal anti-inflammatories) may be given. Heart medications may be needed if your dog has a heart condition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_acting_weird_and_panting\"><\/span>Why is my dog acting weird and panting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s normal for dogs to pant, especially when they&#8217;re hot, excited, or energetic. Heavy panting is different, though, and <b>may be a sign your dog is dangerously overheated, coping with a chronic health problem, or has experienced a life-threatening trauma<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_shallow_breathing\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting and shallow breathing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Labored breathing in dogs and cats <b>can be due to an underlying disease, such as lung disease or diseases related to the throat or mouth. Other causes are injury, trauma, and blockages from a foreign body. Excessive panting  Panting is a normal function that allows your pet to cool down their internal body temperature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_frantically_licking_the_air\"><\/span>Why is my dog frantically licking the air?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs lick the air for a number of reasons: <b>to better smell things they are interested in, to communicate anxiety, to combat an upset stomach, etc. Occasional, short-lived episodes of air-licking are not a cause for alarm, but you should watch for increases in the time and\/or frequency spent licking.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_licking_his_lips_and_swallowing\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep licking his lips and swallowing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Licking and yawning in dogs is a sign of either <b>nausea or severe stress. Dogs who want to vomit may obsessively lick their lips, yawn, and swallow. Anxious or nervous dogs will also continuously lick their lips and yawn.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_while_doing_nothing\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting while doing nothing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Panting may have nothing to do with body temperature. <b>Many dogs will pant when they experience fear, anxiety, or stress. 2 Examples include car rides, fireworks, separation anxiety, vet visits, and other stressful events.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_dog_panting\"><\/span>When should I worry about dog panting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When to See a Vet Remember, panting is normal for a dog after exercise, excitement, or when it&#8217;s hot. Call your vet immediately if any of the following applies: <b>Your dog&#8217;s panting starts suddenly. You think your dog may be in pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_so_fast_while_resting\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice that your dog is breathing fast while at rest, or breathing fast while sleeping, they could be experiencing <b>respiratory distress. Contact your vet if you notice any of the following signs: Noticeably labored breathing (engaging stomach muscles to help breathe) Pale, blue-tinged or brick red gums.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_and_restless_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting and restless all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Anxiety is the most common cause of panting and restlessness in dogs without other clinical signs. Just like humans, dogs can experience stress and anxiety that can negatively impact their health and happiness and causes changes to the dog&#8217;s behavior.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_swallowing_repeatedly\"><\/span>Why is my dog swallowing repeatedly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Several different dental issues might present itself by causing your dog to constantly swallow. <b>Dental issues such as an abscess or tumor could be behind your dog constantly swallowing. Other issues such as burns inside of the mouth, often due to biting on something with an electrical current, also might be to blame.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_having_trouble_swallowing\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s having trouble swallowing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Oral dysphagia can be caused by paralysis of the jaw, tongue paralysis, dental disease, swelling or wasting away of the chewing muscles, or by an inability to open the mouth. Animals with oral dysphagia often eat in an altered way, such as tilting the head to one side or throwing the head backward while eating.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_flicking_his_tongue_in_and_out\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep flicking his tongue in and out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice a dog licking his lips or flicking his tongue out in a social situation, <b>he&#8217;s likely either uncomfortable himself or responding to another dog or person&#8217;s discomfort. Both of these are oral self-soothing behaviors, much like thumb-sucking in toddlers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why is my dog panting and licking?Why is my dog licking and acting weird?Why is my dog panting like he can&#8217;t breathe?Why is my dog frantically licking?Why is my dog panting for no reason?Why does my dog keep sticking his tongue out and swallowing?Why does my dog lick the air non stop?Why&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23287"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23287"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23287\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23287"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23287"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23287"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}