Why does my dog chew his feet?

Possible Causes for Chronic Licking and Chewing. Allergic skin disease is the most common reason why canines lick and chew their feet on a chronic basis. Food allergies, in particular, are typically the culprit, and secondary infections from yeast and bacteria can further exacerbate the behavior. read more

There are a variety of reasons why your dog would suddenly lick or chew his feet, including puncture wounds to the toes or paw pads, fractured claws or toes, burns, corns (especially common in Greyhounds), and foreign bodies that may be lodged between the toes, such as ticks, grass awns and burrs. read more

Try these tips to keep your dog from chewing his paws off: Examine your pet’s paws for signs of injury; if your dog has a wound that has gotten infected, you may need to take him to the vet for treatment. If he has a foreign object embedded in his pads, remove the object and put an antiseptic on the wound. read more