{"id":10670,"date":"2022-05-12T07:28:56","date_gmt":"2022-05-12T07:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/?p=10670"},"modified":"2023-08-01T11:33:34","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T11:33:34","slug":"french-bulldog-licking-paws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/french-bulldog-licking-paws\/","title":{"rendered":"French Bulldog Licking Paws: Reasons And How To Stop It"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-14101bc2\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-do-French-Bulldogs-Lick-Their-Paws-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"French Bulldog licking his paw\" class=\"wp-image-10692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-do-French-Bulldogs-Lick-Their-Paws-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-do-French-Bulldogs-Lick-Their-Paws-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-do-French-Bulldogs-Lick-Their-Paws-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Why-do-French-Bulldogs-Lick-Their-Paws-featured-image-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading post_title_h1\" id=\"sc-post-title\">French Bulldog Licking Paws: Reasons And How To Stop It<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"post_info\"><strong><a   class=\"post-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/author\/alex\/\">Alex Vicente<\/a><\/strong> \u2022 Updated on August 1, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"disclaimers\">\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\ue822\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span> This review contains affiliate links. Read more <a href=\"\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5884\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\uf0fa\" data-av_iconfont=\"fontello\"><\/span> Not a substitute for professional veterinary help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the early 19<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;century, Toy Bulldogs made their journey from England to France, where they bred with the French Rat Terriers to produce a new breed; the French Bulldogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube noLightbox\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History of Dog Breeds: THE FRENCH BULLDOG!\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HRvv-o6AW0Y?start=2&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Frenchies soon became quite popular among the sophisticated Parisian community and soon traveled to the rest of the world. Today, French Bulldogs are the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usatoday.com\/story\/life\/2021\/03\/16\/french-bulldogs-labs-most-popular-dog-breeds-united-states\/4715852001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5885\">second most popular dogs in the US<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This funny dog gets along with everyone, including kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you have one, you\u2019ve probably seen your little dog engaging in some aggressive paw licking, more than any other dog you\u2019ve seen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, why do French Bulldogs lick their paws?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you fix this problem?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep on reading to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#why-do-french-bulldogs-lick-their-paws\">Why Do French Bulldogs Lick Their Paws?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#how-can-i-stop-my-french-bulldog-from-licking-its-paws\">How Can I Stop My French Bulldog From Licking its Paws?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-do-french-bulldogs-lick-their-paws\">Why Do French Bulldogs Lick Their Paws?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-licking-his-paw.jpg\" alt=\"French Bulldog licking his paw\" class=\"wp-image-10694\" title=\"French Bulldog licking his paw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-licking-his-paw.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-licking-his-paw-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-licking-his-paw-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-licking-his-paw-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing your Frenchie liking its paws is quite normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs lick their paws to clean them after playing as part of their self-grooming routine or because they\u2019re bored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And Frenchies have more folds on their little paws, so they\u2019re likely to clean them more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if your French Bulldog is licking its paws excessively, there might be something wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some reasons why your pup might be doing this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paw Injuries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your French Bulldog suddenly starts licking one paw, there\u2019s probably an injury, and it\u2019s trying to lick it to relieve the pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog might have walked on a salted sidewalk or stepped on a sharp object.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might have also injured itself while playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you need to check the dog\u2019s paw for a cut or a stuck object.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There might be a thorn, torn nail, cut, or burn that needs your immediate attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, you might see a lump on your Frenchie\u2019s paw because it got stung by a bee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, treating a superficial injury is possible at home with the help of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/dog-first-aid-kit-essentials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5886\">first-aid treatments<\/a>&nbsp;that your vet has recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you see an infection, then the vet\u2019s intervention will be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skin Allergies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin allergies and resulting dermatitis can be the reason why your Frenchie is constantly licking its paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog might suffer from allergies for several reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacterial infections, the chemicals used in your yard, and the detergents and cleaning products you use at home can all be the culprit behind your French Bulldog\u2019s dermatitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog might also be allergic to types of weed or grass in your outdoor area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the excessive licking, you might notice that your dog is suffering from other annoying symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These include having swollen and red eyes or a runny nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solving this problem might not be easy because you need to find the real reason behind it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can keep a bowl of water near the door, so your dog can wash its paws before getting into the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also change some of the cleaning products you use in the house and see if the allergy improves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yeast Infection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yeast infection happens due to trapped moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if your dog\u2019s paws are sweaty because of the hot weather, or you don\u2019t dry them well after taking a shower, your Frenchie will suffer from an annoying yeast infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An overweight dog will have more sweat trapped between the paws, especially if you don\u2019t bathe it often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The infection affects different areas in the body, so you might see it on the ears and belly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The paws become itchy and smelly, and you will be able to see a yellow discharge in the ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoiding yeast infection is easy, as you should try to keep the skin clean and dry as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, the vet will prescribe a topical cream, shampoo, or prescription pills to help your pooch get better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/French-Bulldog-puppy-next-to-a-bowl-of-food.webp\" alt=\"French Bulldog puppy next to a bowl of food\" class=\"wp-image-7345\" title=\"French Bulldog puppy next to a bowl of food\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/French-Bulldog-puppy-next-to-a-bowl-of-food.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/French-Bulldog-puppy-next-to-a-bowl-of-food-300x185.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/French-Bulldog-puppy-next-to-a-bowl-of-food-768x473.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/French-Bulldog-puppy-next-to-a-bowl-of-food-705x434.webp 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food Allergies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The vet will help you determine if your Frenchie is allergic to any type of food you offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you\u2019ve recently introduced a new type of food and your dog started to lick its paw excessively, then you should be able to connect the dots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the actual ingredient that is causing the allergy can be a little challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, in addition to the tests that the vet will run, you can follow the elimination technique, eliminating one ingredient at a time until you determine what is causing the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parasites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fleas and mange can cause a lot of itchiness and discomfort, and your dog will start licking its paws to make itself feel better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dog is infested with fleas, you should be able to see red bumps on the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a severe condition, the skin will become hairless, and you\u2019ll see dry patches or scabs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mange is caused by mites that transfer to the dog after contact with another sick dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first symptom is itching, but your dog will suffer from other symptoms like having a thick yellow crust, hair loss, and lymph node inflammation if the condition is left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking your dog to the vet is essential as he or she will prescribe the right medication to make it feel better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-with-pain-on-his-paw.jpg\" alt=\"French Bulldog with pain on his paw\" class=\"wp-image-10695\" title=\"French Bulldog with pain on his paw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-with-pain-on-his-paw.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-with-pain-on-his-paw-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-with-pain-on-his-paw-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/french-Bulldog-with-pain-on-his-paw-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dog suffers from arthritis or another joint problem, it might start to lick its paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if the pain is located somewhere else in the body, your Frenchie might lick its paws for some comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should examine the dog and see if there are any visible signs of injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t see any, then you need to take your dog to the vet for a thorough checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Behavioral Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Separation anxiety and boredom might be the reason why your Frenchie is licking its paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog might be tired of waiting for you to come home, or it feels that you\u2019re not paying it enough attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These behavioral issues usually lead to several problems, including chewing on furniture items, excessive barking, or digging, in addition to licking the paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can help your dog overcome these problems by taking it for more walks and devoting more time to playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure that there are enough safe toys that will keep your Frenchie entertained when you\u2019re not home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-can-i-stop-my-french-bulldog-from-licking-its-paws\">How Can I Stop My French Bulldog From Licking its Paws?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/trying-to-stop-dog-from-licking-his-paw.jpg\" alt=\"trying to stop dog from licking his paw\" class=\"wp-image-10696\" title=\"trying to stop dog from licking his paw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/trying-to-stop-dog-from-licking-his-paw.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/trying-to-stop-dog-from-licking-his-paw-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/trying-to-stop-dog-from-licking-his-paw-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/trying-to-stop-dog-from-licking-his-paw-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Identifying the main reason why your Frenchie is licking its paws will help you come up with an adequate solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, you can do a few things to manage this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pay attention to your dog\u2019s grooming. Trimming the hair and cleaning it will help you see if there\u2019s a cut, blister, or burn before it gets worse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean your dog\u2019s paws after going out, and use peroxide-water solution to thoroughly clean them twice a week if it goes for regular walks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After taking a bath, dry the paws well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your dog takes walks on harsh objects like gravel or rocks, invest in a pair of shoes for extra protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean your dog regularly to remove parasites and treat them before the infection becomes more severe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask your vet if you could introduce an omega-3 supplement to your Frenchie\u2019s diet. It has anti-inflammatory benefits and keeps the skin healthy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend more time interacting with your pooch and make sure that it has access to safe chew toys when you\u2019re away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf01ede9\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-8deeea5f\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d9845efa\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d9845efa\">\n\n<p class=\"p_nomargin_bottom\"><strong>You may also want to read:<br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-dog-food-for-german-shepherds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5887\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/how-much-do-french-bulldogs-cost\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5888\">How Much Do French Bulldogs Cost? Price Guide 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-32f0d868\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-32f0d868\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill btn_read_more has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/how-much-do-french-bulldogs-cost\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#eaa802;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5889\"><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Dog-pawing.jpg\" alt=\"Dog pawing\" class=\"wp-image-5681\" title=\"Dog pawing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Dog-pawing.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Dog-pawing-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Dog-pawing-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Dog-pawing-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s quite normal for dogs to lick and chew their paws, but if your Frenchie does this excessively, it can become a real concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excessive licking happens due to several reasons, so you need to pay attention to your pooch\u2019s behavior and treat the problem accordingly.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your French Bulldog licking paws a lot? 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