Questions About ACV for Dog Who Constantly Licks Same Spot on Front Leg
My dog is constantly licking her arm where the bone is... I have no idea why she licks the same spot. It is becoming darker and I have heard people say put apple cider vinegar on her leg where she is licking. Plus, I have also heard you have to give her a bath before you put the apple cider on. Should I give her a bath before I put the Apple Cider on or can I just put it on before I give her a bath. And will the apple cider work if I put it on her arm?? Is it because she is cleaning herself or I have no idea why she is licking it. I was thinking just put it on her arm before I give her a bath because I gave her a bath yesterday.
Mpls., Mn
11/28/2016
Hello Chamorrita,
Dogs that lick the same spot over and over again causing a sore have what is called 'acral lick dermatitis' or 'acral lick granuloma'. Google these terms and read up as this is a very tricky thing to heal. ACV applied after the bath and several times a day may help; also consider manuka honey. Also a doggie chiropractic adjustment may be in order as some dogs who have a kink in their neck will lick a paw raw like that - it is how they communicate they are in pain/spine is out of whack.
