A Little Trick

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We were concerned recently when our Lil Guy would not stop licking his paws. The hubby read from some forums that applying coconut oil can help so we tried but he seemed to love the scent and taste of the freshly made oil he became even more aggressive in licking.

We didn't know what to do next so we shaved his paws suspecting the thick fur might be hiding something else. But they are clean and there are no rashes or signs of infection yet he continued to lick on them, especially during the daytime. Additionally, his feet are often cold which made me regret trimming them.


So we brought him to the vet and had him checked. He was declared healthy but was given multivitamins anyway for additional protection.

"Any thoughts on possible causes or reasons why he licks his paws often these days?" I asked the amiable vet not wanting to leave the clinic unsatisfied. She stated our Lil Guy might just be bored or stressed, and licking is his way of keeping himself entertained. Hmmm... Maybe she was right since our fur baby has not had much outdoor playtime with the wet weather and such.

Last week, the husband came across a suggested effective solution for the problem. It said pet socks might do the trick.

Oh, really?

We raised eyebrows, to be honest. My sister laughed at the thought of it. The Farmboy and I were adamant but decided to try it out. Setting aside our second thoughts, we bought Yongi his first sets and had him wear them in the daytime.


And guess what?

It might sound funny or unbelievable but it works! It's only been 3 days since we started the experiment and the licking has been under control.

And he would not even take the socks off. He can easily pull them off his feet, like how he takes his shirt off when he isn't into wearing any. But with him keeping them on, we believe he likes them a lot! Perhaps they are comfortable and they keep his paws warm.

Maybe...

Although unsure, we are thrilled and thankful the lil trick works!

All pictures are my own. 16022025/07:05ph

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I'm happy that now he stops licking, it's better that you checked him through the doctor and he recommended some multi-vitamins....

!HUG

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I also thought that if the pup is physically healthy, then maybe something disturbs his soul and he tries to relieve tension in this way. It's great that the socks worked!

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Yes, it's fascinating that they know how to ease themselves of any tension or stress. We are learning from them :)

We are glad the socks worked too.

!LADY

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Seems he likes his socks, maybe it's warm for him because of the weather

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Pero que cuchi, se ve demasiado tierno con sus calcetines, que bueno que le encontraron solución 😊

But what a cuchi, he looks too cute with his socks, good thing they found a solution for him 😊.

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Hi lil guy, you're so cute and you have cute socks, good to know you are healthy and you are just bored and your happy with your socks now. Hugs furry friend.

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Parang may cutix kuko nya sis😂. Na stress din Pala sila. Ang cute tingnan Ng paa nya na may socks. 😁

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Kakatuwa nga, itim yung ibang kuko nya. Parang tao lang din, sis. Alam nilang magselos, mastress, malungkot, magalit at iba pa hehe.

!BBH

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What kind of multivitamins do pets take?
Can they take the same as us?

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They also need calcium, iron, and such. There are multivitamins specially made for pets.

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I don't know too much about the health issues of pet as I never had a pet. I think your Lil guy will be fine and fit in the future also.
Shocks are indeed cute and fortunately it solved the problem of licking.
!PIZZA

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We are learning but yes, glad he is healthy and fit. The socks must be soothing he likes wearing them.

!PIZZA

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