That s probably because something was spilled there or because it s cool or they like the texture.
A dog licking food off the floor.
If this is the problem your dog needs more exercise and mental stimulation.
Some dogs will also smack their lips or drool excessively when they feel nauseous.
Lucas says that if your dog is licking something other than what s listed here it s likely a sensory response or indicative of a problem.
Sometimes dogs can act quite weird and some of the oddest behaviors happen around the food bowl.
If your pet licks floor tiles in the kitchen but not other rooms he s probably learned that he may uncover food by doing so.
Clean the area well with vinegar and water and be sure to rinse thoroughly with just water.
Walk your dog daily at the very least and try to run swim or bike with him.
You ll occasionally see a dog licking a window or a tile floor she says.
Licking can also be a sign of nausea in some dogs.
If your dog has excess energy stored with no way to release it many problem behaviors can occur such as chewing digging and licking.
One of the most important is to be extremely careful when eating.
Obsessive floor licking can also be caused by boredom.
You could also try giving your dog an alternative to licking the carpet.
Food seeking some dogs look to lick floor tiles in the hopes of ingesting a crumb or two of your meal.
So if your dog is licking the carpet floor fabric or walls consult with your vet especially if these episodes tend to reoccur or last for a long time.
Try not to let any crumbs fall to the floor where your dog will be tempted to lick them up.
If your dog is licking abnormal places such as the floors or the walls or if your dog is licking his her lips frequently these can be a signs of gastrointestinal upset.
There are a few things you can do to help stop your dog s tendency to lick the floor or everything else they see.
If you have small kids that drop food on your floor tiles your pup may learn to lick for snacks.
Also apply a taste repellent to the floor where your pooch licks.
Some dogs act scared of the food bowl others will move the food bowl around and some others will nitpick a mouthful of kibble and then eat it off the floor.
A little ammonia vinegar cayenne pepper or citrus should deter licking.
