{"id":23973,"date":"2022-03-25T11:12:26","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:12:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:12:26","slug":"why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my dog lick his chest?"},"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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_does_my_dog_lick_his_chest\" title=\"Why does my dog lick his chest?\">Why does my dog lick his chest?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_itching_her_chest\" title=\"Why is my dog itching her chest?\">Why is my dog itching her chest?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_constantly_licking\" title=\"Why is my dog constantly licking?\">Why is my dog constantly licking?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_chest_so_much\" title=\"Why is my dog licking his chest so much?\">Why is my dog licking his chest so much?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_biting_her_chest\" title=\"Why is my dog biting her chest?\">Why is my dog biting her chest?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_body\" title=\"Why is my dog licking his body?\">Why is my dog licking his body?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_does_my_dog_lick_himself_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog lick himself at night?\">Why does my dog lick himself at night?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dogs_itching\" title=\"When should I be concerned about my dogs itching?\">When should I be concerned about my dogs itching?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_her_chest_so_much\" title=\"Why is my dog licking her chest so much?\">Why is my dog licking her chest so much?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_can_I_relieve_my_dogs_itching\" title=\"How can I relieve my dogs itching?\">How can I relieve my dogs itching?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_so_itchy_but_has_no_fleas\" title=\"Why is my dog so itchy but has no fleas?\">Why is my dog so itchy but has no fleas?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#What_causes_a_dog_to_lick_excessively\" title=\"What causes a dog to lick excessively?\">What causes a dog to lick excessively?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_excessive_licking\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from excessive licking?\">How do I stop my dog from excessive licking?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_female_dog_licking_herself_so_much\" title=\"Why is my female dog licking herself so much?\">Why is my female dog licking herself so much?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_trying_to_lick_his_chest\" title=\"Why does my dog keep trying to lick his chest?\">Why does my dog keep trying to lick his chest?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_excessively_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog licking excessively all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog licking excessively 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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_biting_at_herself\" title=\"Why is my dog biting at herself?\">Why is my dog biting at herself?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_body_so_much\" title=\"Why is my dog licking his body so much?\">Why is my dog licking his body so much?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_licking_himself\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop licking himself?\">How do I get my dog to stop licking himself?<\/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-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_licking_at_night\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from licking at night?\">How do I stop my dog from licking at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_do_dogs_lick_their_paws_at_night\" title=\"Why do dogs lick their paws at night?\">Why do dogs lick their paws at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_itching\" title=\"When should I take my dog to the vet for itching?\">When should I take my dog to the vet for itching?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_often_is_too_often_for_a_dog_to_itch\" title=\"How often is too often for a dog to itch?\">How often is too often for a dog to itch?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#How_can_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_itching_too_much\" title=\"How can you tell if a dog is itching too much?\">How can you tell if a dog is itching too much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-lick-his-chest\/#Why_does_my_female_dog_keep_licking_her\" title=\"Why does my female dog keep licking her?\">Why does my female dog keep licking her?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_lick_his_chest\"><\/span>Why does my dog lick his chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Allergies are certainly suspected since Molly has been licking at her paws and chest. The most common underlying causes of allergies are related to fleas, food or the environment. When dogs lick or scratch excessively, they can cause skin infections to develop, which are also itchy and create a vicious cycle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_itching_her_chest\"><\/span>Why is my dog itching her chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The two most common types of mites, sarcoptes and demodex, can cause secondary skin infections in addition to itching. And while sarcoptes mites tend to affect the ears, elbows, and chest of a dog, demodex mites are less particular and can appear anywhere on your dog&#8217;s body.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_constantly_licking\"><\/span>Why is my dog constantly licking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Obsessive licking <b>can be a sign that they are stressed or anxious, or could suggest that they are in pain, feeling nauseous, uncomfortable or itchy. Licking is soothing to dogs and may help to make them feel better. Dogs can sometimes lick themselves so much that they damage their skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_chest_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking his chest so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For dogs that are intent on licking, chewing or scratching themselves only, the cause may be easier to find. There are six major causes of why your dog may obsessively lick [3]. These include: <b>allergies, boredom, dry skin, hormonal imbalance, pain, and parasites. Allergies may be environmental or food-based.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_biting_her_chest\"><\/span>Why is my dog biting her chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your pooch spends much of his time licking and biting at his haunches &#8212; his hindquarters, a number of causes could be to blame, including external parasites, <b>skin infections and allergies. Some dogs even bite their legs because they are dealing with anxiety or arthritis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_body\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking his body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs may lick <b>because they like the salty taste of their owner&#8217;s skin, as a sign of affection, or out of habit and boredom. Licking can also be calming or soothing to some dogs, much like when people receive a relaxing massage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_lick_himself_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog lick himself at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, your dog has decided to lick themselves while you are trying to fall asleep. The most logical explanation is that <b>your dog is merely grooming themselves prior to going to sleep. It can be relaxing to the dog. After a hectic day it may be the perfect time to take a bath and get ready for bedtime.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dogs_itching\"><\/span>When should I be concerned about my dogs itching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Head shaking is another form of itchiness that is specific to ear discomfort or itchiness. <b>If you have to ask your dog to stop itching itself using the No or Stop command, there is likely need for veterinary attention and a trip to the vet clinic is warranted.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_her_chest_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking her chest so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For dogs that are intent on licking, chewing or scratching themselves only, the cause may be easier to find. There are six major causes of why your dog may obsessively lick [3]. These include: <b>allergies, boredom, dry skin, hormonal imbalance, pain, and parasites. Allergies may be environmental or food-based.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_relieve_my_dogs_itching\"><\/span>How can I relieve my dogs itching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When combined with water and blended into a thick paste, baking soda can dry out rashes on the skin, alleviate itching, and reduce redness and inflammation. 7 All you have to do is <b>combine 50 percent baking soda with 50 percent water and apply the paste to your dog&#8217;s skin.<\/b><b>After about 20 minutes, rinse completely<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_so_itchy_but_has_no_fleas\"><\/span>Why is my dog so itchy but has no fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is still itching, but he doesn&#8217;t have fleas or a food allergy, <b>he may have some environmental allergies to things like pollen or dander. A nutrition change may not do much in the way of relief, but your veterinarian may recommend a therapeutic food to improve your dog&#8217;s skin health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_dog_to_lick_excessively\"><\/span>What causes a dog to lick excessively?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For dogs that are intent on licking, chewing or scratching themselves only, the cause may be easier to find. There are six major causes of why your dog may obsessively lick [3]. These include: <b>allergies, boredom, dry skin, hormonal imbalance, pain, and parasites. Allergies may be environmental or food-based.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_excessive_licking\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from excessive licking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Redirect their focus by giving alternative activities to keep them occupied. Positive reinforcement training can also help curb licking behavior by rewarding your dog when they perform the desired behavior. For example, rewarding your dog for stopping their licking when you say Leave it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_female_dog_licking_herself_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my female dog licking herself so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>She&#8217;s stressed<\/b> Your dog&#8217;s behavior of licking her privates may be caused by stress. If your dog is anxious, licking herself may be a way to cope with her nerves. Before deciding that your dog&#8217;s licking is behavior-based, take her to the vet for an evaluation to make sure there isn&#8217;t another cause.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_trying_to_lick_his_chest\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep trying to lick his chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Allergies are certainly suspected since Molly has been licking at her paws and chest. The most common underlying causes of allergies are related to fleas, food or the environment. When dogs lick or scratch excessively, they can cause skin infections to develop, which are also itchy and create a vicious cycle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_excessively_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking excessively all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is licking themselves, you, or objects excessively, to the point that it seems like a self-stimulatory behavior, this <b>might be a sign of anxiety, boredom, or pain. Obsessive self-licking can also be a sign of allergies or other health problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_biting_at_herself\"><\/span>Why is my dog biting at herself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For dogs that are intent on licking, chewing or scratching themselves only, the cause may be easier to find. There are six major causes of why your dog may obsessively lick [3]. These include: <b>allergies, boredom, dry skin, hormonal imbalance, pain, and parasites. Allergies may be environmental or food-based.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_licking_his_body_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my dog licking his body so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is licking themselves, you, or objects excessively, to the point that it seems like a self-stimulatory behavior, this <b>might be a sign of anxiety, boredom, or pain. Obsessive self-licking can also be a sign of allergies or other health problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_licking_himself\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop licking himself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treatment for Your Dog&#8217;s Compulsive Scratching, Licking, and Chewing<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Eliminating parasites. There are a variety of flea and tick products that your veterinarian can recommend.  <\/li>\n<li>Changing foods.  <\/li>\n<li>Using medication.  <\/li>\n<li>Preventing the behavior.  <\/li>\n<li>Addressing anxiety or boredom.<\/li>\n<p>1 Jun 2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_licking_at_night\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from licking at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog really can&#8217;t seem to stop licking, it might be compulsive. <b>Talk to your vet about calming chews and behavior medication. In the meantime, give your dog more Kongs and appropriate things to lick. Take her on more long, decompression-type walks in nature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_lick_their_paws_at_night\"><\/span>Why do dogs lick their paws at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They may have a favorite paw, but will often lick at both front paws, and sometimes their back feet, for entertainment or to help them relax. <b>Paw licking associated with anxiety is typically seen at night, when the family is unwinding for the day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_itching\"><\/span>When should I take my dog to the vet for itching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog&#8217;s itching is creating wounds, that would be considered an emergency. Keep an eye on your dog&#8217;s itching and if you notice that they can&#8217;t seem to stop this behavior, it&#8217;s best to take them to get veterinary care <b>as soon as possible to find out the cause of this problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_is_too_often_for_a_dog_to_itch\"><\/span>How often is too often for a dog to itch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How much scratching is too much? <b>It&#8217;s normal for dogs to scratch an itch occasionally, just like us. But if your dog is licking, scratching, or chewing himself more frequently than usual it may be a sign of an underlying problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_itching_too_much\"><\/span>How can you tell if a dog is itching too much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is still itching, but he doesn&#8217;t have fleas or a food allergy, <b>he may have some environmental allergies to things like pollen or dander. A nutrition change may not do much in the way of relief, but your veterinarian may recommend a therapeutic food to improve your dog&#8217;s skin health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_female_dog_keep_licking_her\"><\/span>Why does my female dog keep licking her?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Allergies are certainly suspected since Molly has been licking at her paws and chest. The most common underlying causes of allergies are related to fleas, food or the environment. When dogs lick or scratch excessively, they can cause skin infections to develop, which are also itchy and create a vicious cycle.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my dog lick his chest?Why is my dog itching her chest?Why is my dog constantly licking?Why is my dog licking his chest so much?Why is my dog biting her chest?Why is my dog licking his body?Why does my dog lick himself at night?When should I be concerned about my dogs&#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":[],"class_list":["post-23973","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23973"}],"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=23973"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23973\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23973"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23973"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23973"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}