
|Articles|September 30, 2015
Client handout: What's with my pet's constant licking?
Many underlying conditions can cause a pet to lick their skin excessivelyhelp clients understand what's with the lick.
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Clients can easily see how their limber pet uses her tongue and teeth to do everything-scratching, rubbing tender joints, even removing thorns, twigs and other debris from her outdoor playground. But it's likely that your clients also notice when their pet is licking to excess and causing major dermatological damage in the process. Help your clients understand what causes licking, what they can do, and when it's time to come in to the veterinarian for a closer look-
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