Dog constantly swallows and licks its tongue

A dog that constantly swallows and licks its tongue may be due to reasons such as thirst, foreign objects stuck in the throat, or wanting to vomit. The owner can first give the dog some water to drink. If the dog improves after drinking water, it may be just thirsty, and the owner doesn't need to worry too much. However, if the dog is unwilling to drink water and accompanied by other abnormal symptoms, such as depression, loss of appetite, drooling, etc., it should be taken seriously and it is best to consult a pet doctor in time to avoid delaying the diagnosis.

1. Thirst

When people feel thirsty, they subconsciously lick their lips with their tongues, and dogs are the same. When they feel thirsty, they will constantly swallow and lick their tongues to keep their lips and noses moist. So if the owner sees the dog licking its tongue, they can try giving the dog water to drink. What if it's just thirsty?

1. Foreign objects stuck in the throat

If a dog accidentally eats bones, fish bones, plastics, or other foreign objects, these objects can get stuck in its throat. The dog will constantly make swallowing movements and may also show symptoms such as drooling and scratching its mouth with its paws. In this case, the owner can open the dog's mouth to check if they can see the foreign object. If they can, it is recommended to consult a pet doctor for help in removing the object to avoid injury to the dog's throat due to improper operation.

1. Wanting to vomit

When a dog's stomach is uncomfortable, it will have the urge to vomit. At the same time, it will also show symptoms of constantly swallowing saliva, licking its tongue, licking its nose, and making burping sounds. At this time, the owner needs to pay attention to observe. If they find that the dog shows signs of depression and loss of appetite, they should consult a pet doctor in time to find out the specific cause and then treat it accordingly.