Are you going crazy listening to your dog scratching their ears all night long? Have you about had it with your dog licking their paw nonstop? At your wit’s end over your dog biting their own tail?

Understanding the Context

If ... USA Today: From tail wagging to lip licking: Decoding your dog's emotions MSN: Ask A Vet: Why won’t my dog stop licking her feet? DogsBestLife.com on MSN: Dog behavior: Try 15 strategies to stop obsessive tail biting Learn about tail biting in dogs, its causes, and symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Discover effective training techniques.

Key Insights

DEAR JOAN: I hope you can tell me why our adorable maltepoo dog, Rascal, who loves kissing everyone, also enjoys licking my clothing, couch covers, carpets and other fabrics. How can we get him to ... Science Daily: Tail chasing in dogs resembles obsessive compulsive disorders in humans Mercury News: Morris: Dog’s obsessive licking a sign of illness or anxiety?