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Caroline Wilkinson

Why does my dog lick the bed?

Dog licking.

As a pet parent, you’ve no doubt seen your dog licking their food bowl, themselves, perhaps your hands or face… but when you see them licking furniture or their own bed you might be wondering “why does my dog lick the bed”? 

There are a variety of reasons why your dog may lick the bed. The reason behind the behavior might be innocent and ‘normal’ for your dog, but if this is a new behavior the first stop should always be to speak to your vet in case there’s an underlying health issue.

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