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Why does by dog constantly lick his paws?
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The five most common reasons tha dog's scratch their paws, and what you can do about itDoes your dog lick or chew his paws constantly? If so, then more than likely this behavior is already driving you insane. Although all dogs lick themselves as normal grooming behavior, excessive licking and chewing indicates an underlying problem. Getting to the bottom of why he is doing this, however, is not always easy since this problem can result from many causes. A little detective work is in order but here are the five "usual suspects";

Allergies: Often dogs will lick their paws if they have an itch – although it can be due to itchy paws, it can also be a result of an itch elsewhere. Oftentimes when dogs feel itchy, they just lick somewhere accessible – the paws – as a way of soothing the irritation. Although many types of allergy can be causative, flea allergies or even a simple flea infestation can be very common causes, especially in the summer.[Click here to see the other reasons why your dog may be licking his paws]

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here are some products that will help your itchy dogSleepytime tonic will help get your dog's mind off her itchy pawsSleepytime Tonic
Sometimes it helps to take your dog's mind off the scratching and Sleepytime tonic is the perfect way to relax a dog that has become obsessed with scratching. Place a few drops in your dog's mouth twice a day (the handy plastic dropper makes it easy to administer) and you'll see your dog grow calmer and more relaxed. If he's not comfortable taking the elixir orally you can add it to a treat or put it on his food. You will see calming after about 20 minutes and consistant changes after only a few days. [more]

All natural paw rub, perfect for itchy pawsPaw Rub
When your paws are itchy there's nothing quite like the soothing power of peppermint and tea tree and if they're combined into one excellent balm, well then relief is not far away. This All Natural Paw Rub is formulated to protect, heal, and moisturize. It is made with human-grade ingredients that are safe if ingested. It is great for dry skin, perfect for itchy paws and even ideal for chapped (human) lips. [more]

Itchin' for relief will help if your dog's paws actually do itchItchin' for Relief
If you want to get to the root of the problem all natural Itchin' for Relief provides targeted itch fighting power. It's especially good if your dog has hot spots or an area that he keeps scratching incessantly. Simply spray Itchin' for Relief directly on to the affected area and gently rub in to the skin. In no time ingredients like Aloe Vera and oat Extract help to sooth the irritation while tea tree oil and litchi nut extract start to reduce inflamation and heal the damage. [more]

 If your dog has flea bites he'll never stop itchingFlea the Scene
One of the most common causes of itching is flea bites and now there's an all natural, pesticide free solution to the problem. Flea the Scene is a 3-in-1 spray that will take the sting out of summer. It is the ideal product for a trip to the dog park or a long walk on the beach with your best friend. It contains NO pesticides or poisons so It's gentle on your dog's delicate skin. However the proprietary blend of all natural ingredients is effective at keeping unwanted pests at a safe distance. [more]

Take a look at a whole collection of products specifically designed to combat itching