{"id":5081,"date":"2022-04-04T14:15:43","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T14:15:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/"},"modified":"2022-04-05T11:25:58","modified_gmt":"2022-04-05T11:25:58","slug":"how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I get my dog to stop biting his feet?"},"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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_biting_his_feet\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop biting his feet?\">How do I get my dog to stop biting his feet?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#How_can_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_chewing_his_paws\" title=\"How can I get my dog to stop chewing his paws?\">How can I get my dog to stop chewing his paws?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#Why_is_my_dog_chewing_on_his_feet\" title=\"Why is my dog chewing on his feet?\">Why is my dog chewing on his feet?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_itchy_paws\" title=\"How can I soothe my dog\u2019s itchy paws?\">How can I soothe my dog\u2019s itchy paws?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_yeast_infection_on_his_paws\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has a yeast infection on his paws?\">How do I know if my dog has a yeast infection on his paws?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_his_food\" title=\"How do I know if my dog is allergic to his food?\">How do I know if my dog is allergic to his food?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#Why_do_dogs_bite_their_owners\" title=\"Why do dogs bite their owners?\">Why do dogs bite their owners?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#Why_is_my_dog_always_licking\" title=\"Why is my dog always licking?\">Why is my dog always licking?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#What_are_dogs_trying_to_warn_about_when_they_lick_their_paws\" title=\"What are dogs trying to warn about when they lick their paws?\">What are dogs trying to warn about when they lick their paws?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#What_is_the_best_anti_itch_medicine_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the best anti itch medicine for dogs?\">What is the best anti itch medicine for dogs?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#Can_I_put_apple_cider_vinegar_on_my_dogs_paws\" title=\"Can I put apple cider vinegar on my dogs paws?\">Can I put apple cider vinegar on my dogs paws?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#What_does_yeast_infection_look_like_on_a_dog\" title=\"What does yeast infection look like on a dog?\">What does yeast infection look like on a dog?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#What_foods_cause_yeast_in_dogs\" title=\"What foods cause yeast in dogs?\">What foods cause yeast in dogs?<\/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\/how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-biting-his-feet\/#What_can_I_soak_my_dogs_paw_in\" title=\"What can I soak my dogs paw in?\">What can I soak my dogs paw in?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_biting_his_feet\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop biting his feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-chewing-his\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_chewing_his_paws\"><\/span>How can I get my dog to stop chewing his paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment for Your Dog\u2019s Compulsive Scratching, Licking, and Chewing<\/p>\n<ol>\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<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-chewing-on-his-feet\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_chewing_on_his_feet\"><\/span>Why is my dog chewing on his feet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As with other dog behaviors, there can be several reasons that lead dogs to lick or chew their paws. These include injuries; skin problems; environmental, parasite, or food allergies; and boredom or anxiety.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-soothe-my-dog-s-itchy-paws\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_soothe_my_dogs_itchy_paws\"><\/span>How can I soothe my dog\u2019s itchy paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Simply combine a mixture of 50 percent apple cider vinegar and 50 percent water in a clean spray bottle, then spray your dog\u2019s itchy spots with the solution. 2 If your dog\u2019s paws are irritated, you can use the mixture for a nice, relaxing paw soak for up to five minutes.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AkFozhbV16o\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-has-a-yeast-infection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_yeast_infection_on_his_paws\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has a yeast infection on his paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Signs Your Dog May Have a Yeast Infection<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Skin redness or itching.<\/li>\n<li>Sticky or yellow\/green discharge.<\/li>\n<li>Sores.<\/li>\n<li>Greasy coat.<\/li>\n<li>Hair loss.<\/li>\n<li>Smelly skin.<\/li>\n<li>Thickening skin.<\/li>\n<li>Crusty, flaky skin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-his\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_his_food\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog is allergic to his food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the dog, the signs of food allergy are usually itchy skin or digestive disturbances such as vomiting or diarrhea. Other more subtle changes can also occur, including hyperactivity, weight loss, lack of energy and even aggression.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-dogs-bite-their-owners\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_bite_their_owners\"><\/span>Why do dogs bite their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most mouthing is normal dog behavior. But some dogs bite out of fear or frustration, and this type of biting can indicate problems with aggression.\u00a0 Playful mouthing is usually less painful than more serious, aggressive biting. Most of the time, an aggressive dog\u2019s body will look stiff.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-always-licking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_always_licking\"><\/span>Why is my dog always licking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are six major causes of why your dog may obsessively lick [3]. These include: allergies, boredom, dry skin, hormonal imbalance, pain, and parasites.\u00a0 Pain may also be present if there is an infection from bacteria, fungus or yeast on the skin. This usually requires a medical exam to determine the underlying cause.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wa5t7O_j7Uc\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-dogs-trying-to-warn-about-when-they\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_dogs_trying_to_warn_about_when_they_lick_their_paws\"><\/span>What are dogs trying to warn about when they lick their paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One very common cause of dogs licking their paws is allergies. Allergies can be environmental or caused by their diet. Pay attention and see if the licking corresponds to a certain time of year. That will typically tell us that the reason is an environmental allergy.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-anti-itch-medicine-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_anti_itch_medicine_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best anti itch medicine for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apoquel stops allergic itch right at the source.<\/p>\n<p>The #1 prescribed medicine for allergic itch in dogs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-put-apple-cider-vinegar-on-my-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_put_apple_cider_vinegar_on_my_dogs_paws\"><\/span>Can I put apple cider vinegar on my dogs paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is notorious for chewing and licking their paws, you can also soak each paw in ACV for a moment or two to relieve itchiness. For general skin and coat health, add one tablespoon to food or water every day. Apple cider vinegar has proven to be extremely beneficial to the skin and fur!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-does-yeast-infection-look-like-on-a\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_yeast_infection_look_like_on_a_dog\"><\/span>What does yeast infection look like on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common clinical signs of yeast dermatitis are: itching and redness. musty odor. scales and crusty, flaky skin.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J3o5sUkHPyY\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-foods-cause-yeast-in-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_cause_yeast_in_dogs\"><\/span>What foods cause yeast in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Carbs are complex chains that are composed of sugar molecules. Therefore, when your pet consumes carbohydrates, it is broken down into sugar that feeds the yeast. So, avoid dog foods that contain millet, oat, rice, peas, corn, wheat, and potatoes.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-i-soak-my-dogs-paw-in\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_soak_my_dogs_paw_in\"><\/span>What can I soak my dogs paw in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To make this solution, pour 1 cup (230 \u2013 250ml) of organic apple cider vinegar into 1 gallon (almost 5l) of warm water. Soak your dog\u2019s paws in the liquid for 30 seconds and allow the skin to air-dry. Alternatively, make a 50\/50 mixture in a spray bottle and apply directly onto your dog\u2019s paws.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do I get my dog to stop biting his feet?How can I get my dog to stop chewing his paws?Why is my dog chewing on his feet?How can I soothe my dog\u2019s itchy paws?How do I know if my dog has a yeast infection on his paws?How do I know if&#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":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5081"}],"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=5081"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5081\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29653,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5081\/revisions\/29653"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5081"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5081"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5081"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}